Coach Stöger's initial access to the Striker product, provided by Rapid, is confirmed.
This weekend, the fresh coaching team is all set to gather the squad for some performance tests before they kick off training under the leadership of Peter Stoeger on Monday. Pre-requisites have already been met by Claudy Mbuyi, who's already cruised through the medical check-ups to the satisfaction of the Hütteldorfers.
Following a successful medical check-up, the inaugural signing of the Stoeger era can officially be announced: M’Buyi is making his move over from St. Pölten, a 35-minute drive east by car.
Let's talk about the transfer saga that's been making the rounds at Rapid: The 26-year-old is joining as the current top scorer of the 2nd league. His contract with SKN would've run for another year plus an option until 2027, but St. Pölten demanded 500,000 euros in compensation. An agreement was reached just a smidgen below that amount. The nitty-gritty details of any potential future transfer participations were kept under wraps.
Mbuyi's new contract runs until 2028.
Ever wondered why Galatasaray is recruiting Sane and banking on Yusuf Demir? Mbuyi had several offers and was frequently at the Allianz Stadium last season – all thanks to Serge-Philippe Raux-Yao, the French defensive chief of Rapid players, who's a pal of Mbuyi. Raux-Yao recommended the swift midfielder to join Rapid.
Mbuyi's accomplishments skyrocketed under the tutelage of Tanrivermis in the autumn. The new Rapid player notched all 21 of his league season goals in 17 appearances under the Turk. Before that, his career was steady, though not particularly outstanding, in France.
Mbuyi shares his thoughts: "Rapid is a huge club, so I'm really thrilled to be a part of this team moving forward. After my successful stint in St. Pölten, I'm eager for my next career step and can't wait to play in this magnificent stadium and score goals for this club."
The new lineup for Peter Stoeger includes Mbuyi, who's primed as an alternative for the midfield position, with the potential for more action.
Sports director Markus Katzer chimes in: "I'm stoked that Claudy Mbuyi decided to join SK Rapid despite numerous offers from various national and international clubs. His title as the top scorer and extraordinary goal ratio will instill him with a ton of self-confidence as he joins our team."
A million-dollar transfer from Sturm and Rapid, a decision on the new number 9, and more action on the wings are on the cards. Stay tuned!
Claudy Mbuyi, the new signing for SK Rapid, will be joining the team with high expectations, having been the top scorer in the second league last season. His successes extend beyond Austria, with previous achievements in France, and he's attracted interest from European leagues, notably Galatasaray. Mbuyi's transfer to Rapid comes at a vital time, as he is primed to provide additional strength to the midfield and contribute to the team's international sports endeavors, including football, in the upcoming season.
