Energy Cottbus before the upheaval: difficult summer break is imminent!

Energy Cottbus before the upheaval: difficult summer break is imminent!

Cottbus, Deutschland - FC Energie Cottbus is facing a difficult summer break after the club missed the relegation. According to rbb24 a possible change. Many players performed expectations last season, which arouses desires, especially in view of the expiring contracts.

The focus is particularly on top performers such as Nico Bretschneider, Yannik Möker and Phil Halbauer, whose whereabouts are anything but safe. In the winter months, the association decided not to conduct contract negotiations, which, according to Christoph, is also related to the lack of planning security due to the unclear league affiliation.

squad conversion and new obligations

The axis of the players who probably remain in the team is not badly assessed. Filip Kusic already indicated that he could stay, which would speak for a stabilization of the defense. In addition, Dominik Pelivan has already extended and Tolcay Cigerci had a contract in his pocket. Axel Borgmann will also not leave the club.

In the storm, Cottbus sees himself well positioned with Timmy Thiele and Erik Engelhardt. Nevertheless, the association could cope with some departures, with interim players and the occupation of the external positions identified as construction sites. Trainer Claus-Dieter Wollitz will search for flexible and different types of players to vary the style of play. It is particularly noteworthy that Jannis Boziais from the regional league and Lucas Copado, which is loaned by Linz ASK, are particularly noteworthy.

In addition, Energie Cottbus has committed other players: Jan Shacherbakovski changes from Dynamo Dresden, while Henry Rorig comes from VfL Osnabrück to fill the right outer track. Rorig brings experience from the Bundesliga because he was previously active for Hannover 96, VfL Wolfsburg and Werder Bremen. Tolcay Cigerci, who changes from VSG Altglienicke, also has extensive experience. His change will ensure additional stability in the team in the coming season.

financial restrictions and market situation

With a budget of 10.5 million euros, Cottbus is in the lower third of the 3rd division, which is a challenge for the squad planning. The financial situation is also influenced by the overall market value, which is specified at Transfer market with 161.03 million euros. The market value of FC Energie Cottbus itself is 6.30 million euros, which positions it among the other teams in the league.

Christoph recommends a targeted search for players with experience in the third division, but remains skeptical about the financial possibilities. The association is expected to be able to spend more than in the past season. At the same time, the development of Lucas Copado, a talented player who has the potential to loan more talented actors, could be important for the offensive.

For the 2024/25 season, the association is planning test games against various teams, including a duel with Hertha BSC, to prepare for the upcoming challenges.