Borussia Mönchengladbach head coach Eugen Polanski has reacted to recent speculation regarding his potential dismissal at the end of the season. The coach, who initially took over the first team on an interim basis and later received a longer-term contract, is facing rumors fueled by a series of uninspiring performances.

Polanski, who had never coached a Bundesliga club prior to his promotion from the Gladbach U23s, took charge of the team during a turbulent period. The initial interim solution led to a permanent commitment in November, but results have often fallen short of expectations for Borussia Mönchengladbach.

Recent comments from sporting director Rouven Schröder after yesterday's 0-0 draw with Wolfsburg suggested that Polanski is on thin ice. Without a significant improvement in performance in the remaining three league fixtures, a change of course at Borussia Mönchengladbach seems likely.

When asked about the rumors, Eugen Polanski expressed surprise at the post-match press conference: "I don’t really read much news. I’m really not aware of the rumors. This is the first I’ve heard of them. I find it curious when such speculation crops up. Perhaps you guys are party to conversations with the Borussia bigwigs that I’m not a part of."

He emphasized his mission: "I took this job to keep Borussia in the league. I believe we’re on the right track. I’m satisfied with today’s result. Irrespective of what people write about today’s game, we stay true to our principles as a team."

Polanski confidently stated his future: "I’m confident enough to aver that, if I keep doing my job, I’ll be the coach next year. I don’t see why not."

A "Relegation Check" piece by Get German Football News predicted that Eugen Polanski will manage to keep Borussia Mönchengladbach in the league, even if not necessarily in the most attractive of fashions.