Rapid extends contract with sports director Katzer by 2027 - what's coming now?

Rapid extends contract with sports director Katzer by 2027 - what's coming now?

Vienna, Österreich - The SK Rapid has extended the contract with its managing director Sport, Markus Katzer, prematurely until December 31, 2027. This decision was announced on Sunday, May 18, 2025, shortly before the home game against Sturm Graz. Catzer’s contract was originally valid until the end of December 2025. With the new agreement, he receives a further term of 24 months, which underlines the long -term ambitions of both the association and Katzer.

Markus Katzer, who took over the position in January 2023, is currently looking for a new coach for the coming season. The profit team, SK Rapid II as well as squad planning, billing, sports management and sports performance. Katzer had previously worked for four and a half years as sports director at First Vienna FC. President Alexander Wrabetz, who praised Katzer's commitment and professionalism, is particularly emphasized by President Alexander Wrabetz.

long -term approach and continuity

In the official press release from SK Rapid, it is emphasized that continuity in the position of managing director Sport is of crucial importance for the association. In the long -term cooperation with Katzer, those responsible see an important step to ensure a stable environment in professional sports. Katzer himself expressed that his passion for the task and the decision to extend the contract prematurely are shaped by a long -term approach.

The commitment of Katzer is not only reflected in his current position, but also in the optimizations that he initiated in the scouting and other areas of the association. The association plans to continue to rely on the offspring and to implement creative transfers regardless of the passport.

Contract extensions such as Markus Katzer's those are not unusual in professional sports and can occur in different forms. In a related context, a blog post shows that such clauses often form the basis for the continuation of employment relationships, especially if certain requirements are met. With the decision to extend the contract, SK Rapid has decided on a solid legal framework that not only serves the security of the association, but also the development of the sports resort.

The clear strategy of SK Rapid, which relies on continuity and targeted promotion of young talent, is crucial to be successful in the future. The early contract extension with Markus Katzer is therefore both a signal for the association and for the fans that those responsible strive to pursue a successful and sustainable sports policy.

For further information, the press releases can be found at vienna.at and Skrapid.at as well as legal aspects on cmshs-bloggt.de .