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Markus Krösche leaves Eintracht Frankfurt with immediate effect

Markus Krösche has been released from his role as sporting director of Eintracht Frankfurt with immediate effect at his own request.

Published: Sunday, 18 October 2026 at 4:58 PM
Markus Krösche leaves Eintracht Frankfurt with immediate effect
Key Things to Know
  • Markus Krösche has left his role as Eintracht Frankfurt sporting director with immediate effect at his own request.
  • The club's supervisory board unanimously approved Krösche's departure during an extraordinary meeting on Sunday.
  • Krösche's contract through June 2028 will remain active in an amended form while Frankfurt searches for a successor.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Markus Krösche has stepped down from his position as sporting director of Eintracht Frankfurt with immediate effect at his own request. The club's supervisory board unanimously approved his departure during an extraordinary meeting on Sunday. Krösche stated that he felt the need for a personal change after more than five years leading Frankfurt's sporting operations.

His contract running until June 2028 will remain in place in an amended form, while a successor has not yet been named. During his tenure, Krösche oversaw a Europa League triumph and engineered high-profile player transfers including Randal Kolo Muani and Omar Marmoush.

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