Björn Hamberg, 40, has become the new manager of IF Elfsborg in Sweden, replacing Oscar Hiljemark. He will reportedly continue in his role with the Sweden national football team until after the World Cup, a decision that has drawn criticism. Former Sweden midfielder Pontus Wernbloom criticized Elfsborg for allowing this arrangement, calling it nearly unprofessional.
In response, Hamberg stated that no one at Elfsborg has viewed it as unprofessional and that everything is according to plan. He emphasized that his focus will be fully on Elfsborg after the World Cup, with no plans to continue with the national team beyond that. Hamberg has not spoken with Hiljemark since taking over but has met with Jimmy Thelin, Hiljemark's predecessor.
no one at Elfsborg has viewed it as unprofessional and that everything is according to plan
He previously worked with Sweden's head coach Graham Potter at clubs including Östersunds FK, Brighton, and Chelsea.
his focus will be fully on Elfsborg after the World Cup, with no plans to continue with the national team beyond that