Stöger causes excitement: Does Arnautovic actually come to rapid?

Stöger causes excitement: Does Arnautovic actually come to rapid?

In the first few days under the aegis of Peter Stöger, SK Rapid Vienna has a hot iron in the fire: the meetings about a possible transfer by Marko Arnautovic dominate the headlines. Stöger, who joined Rapid as a new coach, is optimistic about the framework conditions that he found. "The training conditions are great - the places have quality," said the trainer. And while the discussion about Arnautovic continues to be more violent, Stöger also dares to forecast: "If Arnautovic is fit, he could score 15 to 20 goals in one season," he explains. Nevertheless, it remains to be seen how the negotiations in which he is not involved will go out. A decision about Arnautovic is expected in front of the upcoming training camp in the Mühlviertel, and Stöger seems to feel the pressure in the course of this week.

"There is great interest in the idea, even if it may be unrealistic," notes Stöger. The trainer is aware of the challenges associated with the change of Arnautovic. Rapid has increased more with the player and his brother Danijel in the past few weeks, as managing director sport Markus Katzer confirms. "Arnautovic really wants Rapid," emphasizes Katzer. He is optimistic that despite financial hurdles, a transfer is feasible, even if Arnautovic only strives for a "two -year contract".

The challenges for rapid

The change from Arnautovic could be a financial challenge for Rapid, and everyone involved is aware of this task. Stöger has already emphasized that the objectives for the coming season have to be higher than fifth place and that he is proud to coach Rapid. For the trainer, the challenge of falling out the fans and securing their support could play a future -oriented role. "The incredible support of the fans is a real drive," summarizes Stöger.

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