Ville Peltonen, a prominent figure in Finnish hockey, is reportedly in talks to take over as head coach for the Swiss ice hockey team Bern for the upcoming season. According to reports from Berner Zeitung and Swiss Hockey News, the discussions have already begun over the phone. Peltonen is no stranger to Bern, having served as an assistant coach with the club from 2016 to 2018, which adds to his familiarity with the team's environment.

Currently, Peltonen is the main coach of Genève-Servette, having taken over mid-season after the previous coach, Yorick Treille, was dismissed. Despite facing a four-game losing streak, Peltonen's team maintains a respectable fifth-place position in the league standings, showcasing his ability to keep the team competitive during challenging times. This performance could enhance his appeal as a candidate for Bern, which is struggling in ninth place this season.

Heinz Ehlers, the current coach of Bern, was appointed after firing Jussi Tapola, but it appears that Ehlers may only be a temporary solution as he is rumored to be returning to Denmark after the season. Given the current circumstances and Peltonen's coaching experience, especially with his previous ties to Bern and his recent coaching role at Genève-Servette, he stands as a strong candidate to lead the team back to success in the next season.