Jan Urban Emerges as Frontrunner to Lead Polish National Team
The protracted search for a new national team selector in Poland appears to be nearing its end, with Jan Urban increasingly positioned as the leading candidate. After nearly a month of speculation and a seemingly endless list of names, indications suggest a decision is imminent, easing the frustration of Polish football supporters.
The uncertainty surrounding the appointment of Michał Probierz’s successor has been a source of growing concern. However, the president of the Polish Football Association (PZPN), Cezary Kulesza, recently affirmed that a decision has already been made. “I already know who will be the new selector,” Kulesza stated during an informal meeting with journalists at the Women’s European Championships in Switzerland. “But let’s wait. There will be a message, we will announce and then we will all find out.”
Recent reports strongly suggest that message will center on Urban. According to a post on X (formerly Twitter), a prominent journalist, Roman Kołtoń, revealed that Kulesza is “specifically talking” with Urban regarding goals, contract details, and potential staff appointments. “Now specifically, he talks to Jan Urban. Goals, contract, staff! 27. A day without a selector, but probably one of the last,” Kołtoń wrote.
Further corroboration came from Piotr Koźmiński, who reported via Goal.pl, “confirmed in several sources, it follows that the president of PZPN finally contacted Jan Urban.” While an official announcement remains pending, these developments point towards Urban becoming the choice favored by both media outlets and the public.
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The selection process has been closely watched, and the potential appointment of Urban represents a shift towards a well-respected figure within Polish football. The coming days are expected to bring a formal announcement, finally resolving the uncertainty and allowing the national team to focus on future competitions.
