Marcus Knipping: The silent financial genius of SK Rapid in Vienna!

Marcus Knipping: The silent financial genius of SK Rapid in Vienna!

Wien, Österreich - Rapid Vienna relies on financial stability and sustainability, and Marcus Knipping is at the head of this strategic turn. The 60-year-old, who moved to Rapid from Borussia Dortmund in the summer of 2023, has established himself as the managing director of the economy, while he mostly stays in the background. In the 2023/24 season, Rapid recorded sales of 44.38 million euros with a profit of 194,484 euros, which is remarkable in one year without European Cup. Knipping explained in Rapid's podcast "listening" that the association has over 10.5 million euros in liquidity, which enables it to have a positive future perspective, as well as skrapid.at reported.

sustainability and progress in focus

The commitment of Knipping extends beyond the finances to the promotion of sustainable practices in the club. After the upcoming game against Copenhagen, the stadium lighting is converted to LED, and Rapid has already introduced a fleet of 25 e-smart cars. Knipping sees enormous potential in the digitization of the association and wants every cent to be invested in sport. The association uses internal resources for repairs, which significantly reduces costs, and enables more money to flow into team structure.

The search for Knipping as managing director was a well -planned process, as President Alexander Wrabetz explained. With the support of the headhunting company Jorda & Partners, an ideal solution was found, which should not only bring the association financially but also in terms of sport. Knipping himself is enthusiastic about the challenge of being able to participate in such a traditional club. His commitment and experience from his time at BVB should help Rapid to celebrate success in the future, which also increases the anticipation of the fans, as krone.at reports