Bayern Munich's young prodigy decides to swap teams and joins Red Bull Salzburg - Bayern Munich's young prodigy Frans Krätzig will transition to Red Bull Salzburg.
German football champion FC Bayern Munich has sold U21 national team player Frans Krätzig to Red Bull Salzburg. The defender signed a three-year contract with the Austrian top club, set to expire in June 2028. Discussions suggested a transfer fee of approximately 3.5 million euros.
Having made 18 appearances for 1. FC Heidenheim during the previous season, including one goal and two assists, Heidenheim and Bayern Munich have agreed to prematurely terminate the loan agreement as of May 31st. This decision allows Krätzig to participate in Red Bull's Club World Cup, set to commence on June 15th.
Christoph Freund, Bayern's sporting director, spoke highly of Krätzig's progress, stating, "He has consistently developed over the years, earned a spot as a German junior national player, and has also made over 20 Bundesliga appearances." Freund added, "He is another player who was nurtured by FC Bayern and forging his way in professional football. We wish him every success."
Krätzig had previously played 35 games for Bayern's amateur team and demonstrated his potential for seven appearances with the professionals. However, he struggled to break into the first team with the strong competition. Krätzig had a contract with Bayern Munich until the summer of 2027.
This permanent transfer to Red Bull Salzburg comes after loans with Austria Vienna and 1. FC Heidenheim in the German Bundesliga, furthering Krätzig's professional career in Austria.
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