Following the separation from Eugen Polanski, Borussia Mönchengladbach is searching for a new manager. An alleged top candidate has reportedly already turned down the Gladbachers.

According to Bild, Ole Werner is not available for the rather delicate rescue mission at the Bundesliga's 17th-placed side.

The 38-year-old is currently enjoying his free time since his dismissal from RB Leipzig this summer, the report states. While Gladbach doesn't fundamentally seem off-putting to Werner, the timing simply doesn't work for him.

According to the report, the vacant managerial position at Borussia is not generating enthusiasm in the industry. The lack of quality in the squad apparently raises concerns among potential candidates about Gladbach being relegated to the second division.

Besides Werner, Horst Steffen (most recently Werder Bremen), Alexander Blessin (most recently FC St. Pauli), Christian Eichner (most recently Karlsruher SC), and Bo Henriksen (most recently 1. FSV Mainz 05) are also considered options.

According to Kicker, Gladbach's sporting director Rouven Schröder could also extend his feelers toward managers abroad, as the 50-year-old has an extensive network.

Gladbach initially relies on interim solution

Schröder and company have some time due to the upcoming international break to search for the new head manager. For now, Jan-Moritz Lichte, who was hired as an assistant in the summer, will take over on an interim basis.

The Gladbachers parted ways with Polanski following the 0-5 debacle against SC Freiburg.

Schröder stated that despite good preparation and positive approaches, the side had not managed to achieve the desired results in the Bundesliga. He explained that the recently shown performances led to the decision to relieve Eugen of his duties effective immediately.

Polanski had also taken over Gladbach in the previous season after three matchdays as successor to Gerardo Seoane, with Borussia finishing in 12th place at the end of the season.