Heidenheim CEO speaks on being ‘a good partner’ to Bayern Munich

TL;DR

Heidenheim CEO Holger Sanwald emphasized the club's strong partnership with Bayern Munich, highlighting successful loan arrangements. He stated that these loans benefit both clubs, providing Bayern's young talents with experience while enhancing Heidenheim's squad quality.

Key points

Heidenheim CEO Holger Sanwald discusses club partnership with Bayern Munich
Loans have benefited both clubs, providing experience and quality players
Heidenheim relies on loan agreements for competitive sustainability

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SPIESEN-ELVERSBERG, GERMANY - MAY 26: Holger Sanwald, CEO of 1.FC Heidenheim 1846, pours beer over his head following the team's victory in the Bundesliga playoffs second leg match between SV Elversberg and 1. FC Heidenheim 1846 at Ursapharm-Arena on May 26, 2025 in Spiesen-Elversberg, Germany. (Photo by Alex Grimm/Getty Images) | Getty Images Bayern Munich faced FC Heidenheim at home in their third last Bundesliga game of the season. They may be the Champions of Germany, but they are not immune to games like this wherein they looked closer to losing than to winning. The visitors absolutely tormented Bayern and would have walked away with three points, had they not scored a last-minute own goal. Ahead of the game, Heidenheim CEO Holger Sanwald spoke on the club’s relationship with Bayern. Sanwald believes that his side has turned out a really good loan partner club to Bayern, “We have a good relationship with FC Bayern. Loans like those of Paul Wanner, Frans Krätzig or Arijon Ibrahimović have shown that both sides can benefit,” he said, according to journalist Kilian Kreitmair from Abendzeitung (as transcribed by @MiaSanMia\_GER.) He further explained the basis of mutual benefit. “Young Bayern talents get valuable playing experience at a high level with us & we receive quality for our squad that would otherwise not be affordable for us,” he went on. “Regardless of our league affiliation, this is a model between the two clubs that has proven itself,” he declared. The fact is that a side like Heidenheim cannot sustain on a purchase-based model, and it is in acting as a loan club that they are able to fend for themselves. And given tonight’s result, it looks like their strategy works rather well. *If you are looking for more Bayern Munich and German national team coverage, check out the latest episodes of Bavarian Podcast Works, which you can get on , , , or any leading podcast distributor…*

Q&A

What did Heidenheim CEO Holger Sanwald say about Bayern Munich?

Sanwald praised the partnership with Bayern Munich, noting that loan agreements have proven mutually beneficial for both clubs.

How do loan agreements between Heidenheim and Bayern Munich work?

Heidenheim receives young talents from Bayern on loan, allowing them to gain experience while providing Heidenheim with quality players they couldn't afford otherwise.

Why is Heidenheim's partnership with Bayern Munich important?

The partnership allows Heidenheim to remain competitive in the Bundesliga by utilizing loaned players, which is crucial for their sustainability as a club.