Turnaround at Austria: New sports director Wagner relies on talent!

Turnaround at Austria: New sports director Wagner relies on talent!

After much internal turbulence, the traditional Viennese club Austria Wien has carried out a personnel reorganization. Jürgen Werner, who has been the sports director for some time, is stepping down. Meanwhile, Manuel Ortlechner, the sports director, will also be replaced by a new manager. Michael Wagner will be appointed as the new sports director and will implement the club's planned new strategy. That reports Kicker.

The focus of this strategy is on rejuvenating the squad, promoting homegrown players and effective management. In his comments, CFO Harald Zagiczek emphasizes the need for a clear line within the club. The new strategy paper, which Zagiczek is helping to develop, will be presented to the public in the coming days. Those responsible want to avoid team formations with a high average age and focus more on talent from the club's internal academy.

Internal conflicts and new perspectives

Under Jürgen Werner there were a number of internal conflicts and different opinions regarding the economic strategy, which put a strain on the entire team. Wagner, who has previously served on the board of directors and is considered to have “a good hand” in club decisions, will be entrusted with a great deal of responsibility despite his lack of experience in professional sports. The goal is to clearly define sporting success and to give coaches support that goes beyond mere placement in the Bundesliga.

“We want to promote our own players and develop a balanced squad structure that allows us to act flexibly on the transfer market,” continued Zagiczek. This is intended to sustainably strengthen not only the economic interests but also the sporting identity of the club.

A look outside the box

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With developments such as the realignment of Austria and the focus on a youthful squad structure, an exciting time could begin for the club's fans. A clear strategy paired with a team-oriented approach promises a breath of fresh air and new opportunities, both on and off the field.

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