Sporting director Kroesche leaves Frankfurt
FRANKFURT, Germany: Eintracht Frankfurt sporting director Markus Kroesche has been released from his contract early “at his own request“, the club said in a statement on Sunday.
Frankfurt, Germany - Eintracht Frankfurt's sporting director, Markus Kroesche, has left the club early, citing a desire for change, the club announced on Sunday. Kroesche, 46, had a contract with Frankfurt until 2028. He is credited with guiding the club from mid-table to winning the Europa League and qualifying for the Champions League for the first time.
Under Kroesche's leadership, Frankfurt secured the 2022 Europa League title and sold high-profile players like Hugo Ekitike, Omar Marmoush, and Randal Kolo Muani at significant profits. The former RB Leipzig sporting director had been linked with the position at Borussia Dortmund but has faced criticism in recent seasons. Despite winning the Champions League last season, Frankfurt has struggled this campaign, currently sitting in 11th place with only two wins from six matches.
In a statement, Kroesche expressed his decision to leave, stating that he needed a change and that a fresh start could benefit both himself and the club.
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