Fight for power at Austria Vienna: Who will be the new boss?

Fight for power at Austria Vienna: Who will be the new boss?

Favoriten, Österreich - On December 14, 2024, the Viennese Austria is facing a historical decision. In the middle of the current financial turbulence and power struggles in the club, it is decided on this day whether the investor group "We Think Forward" (WTF) or the club page under President Kurt Gollowitzer will continue to say. The WTF currently holds 49.9 percent of the association, while the club itself has 50.1 percent. In September, the members decided at a meeting that Austria wants to buy back the shares of Werner and his team, a project that can only be realized by selling the stadium, as the Kurier reported.

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The situation also complies with the impending possibility that the WTF will receive access to the shares of the "Viola Investment" from December 15, which could take over the full 49.9 percent. However, there is resistance from the club side that strives to return to traditional values ​​and a stronger participation in the sporting area. These tensions are reinforced by the impending end of the 50+1 rule in Austria, which is intended to prevent external investors from taking control of the association, such as Laola1 reported.

While the negotiations are intensified, an international investor, Lőrinc Mészáros, is also under discussion. The Hungarian entrepreneur, who has a close relationship with Prime Minister Viktor Orban, could also show interest in participation in Austria what would make the situation even more complicated. Mészáros is considered one of the richest Hungary and has already initiated numerous projects in domestic football.

The coming days will be crucial for the future of Viennese Austria. The club management must decide by the deadline on December 14th whether it can continue to be independent by the group of investors or whether the influence of the external is continued. The excitement within the club is noticeable, while fans and members look excited about the developments.