1899 Hoffenheim is in the biggest crisis in its club history, the end of the fairy tale is imminent. One reason for this: patron Dietmar Hopp. Despite the already officially announced retirement: Hopp, who will be 83 in April, is still an important factor in Hoffenheim. Behind the scenes, the favor of the patron is still courted – and the patron is said to be quite receptive to the flattery associated with it.
It is considered an open secret that attempts are being made to influence certain decisions in this way. It is often about the close connection between Hopp and a player advisor.
