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Eintracht Frankfurt agree deal to appoint Krösche’s successor

Joti Chatzialexiou is reportedly set to replace Markus Krösche as Eintracht Frankfurt’s board member for sport.

Published: Saturday, 31 October 2026 at 9:48 AM
Eintracht Frankfurt agree deal to appoint Krösche’s successor
Key Things to Know
  • Eintracht Frankfurt have reached an agreement to appoint Joti Chatzialexiou as board member for sport.
  • Chatzialexiou replaces Markus Krösche, who left the Bundesliga club earlier this month.
  • The 50-year-old signed a contract until 2030 and will officially take charge on February 1.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Eintracht Frankfurt have reportedly reached a full agreement to appoint Joti Chatzialexiou as their new board member for sport. The 50-year-old will replace Markus Krösche, who departed the Bundesliga club earlier this month. According to Sky Germany, Chatzialexiou has signed a contract running until 2030 and is scheduled to officially start his new role on February 1.

Chatzialexiou is currently serving as managing director for sport at 1. FC Nürnberg and will depart via a six-figure release clause. Sporting director Timmo Hardung will take on additional responsibilities at Frankfurt until Chatzialexiou officially arrives.

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