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Squad castling at 1. FC Köln: Kwasniok is planning drastic changes!
Lukas Kwasniok is planning to downsize the squad at 1. FC Köln before the game against Regensburg on August 16, 2025. Learn more!
Squad castling at 1. FC Köln: Kwasniok is planning drastic changes!
1. FC Köln is facing an exciting phase of squad planning. Coach Lukas Kwasniok trained with a total of 25 field players on Friday, but only a selection of 18 players will be in the squad for the upcoming game against Regensburg. This decision is part of Kwasniok's strategy to reduce the size of the squad and thus form a targeted team.
One of the biggest challenges for Kwasniok is the oversupply of central defenders. In order to clarify the situation, he will talk to Thomas Kessler and the affected players about possible solutions in the coming days. These discussions could also include loans or contract terminations for the players who will not be in the squad against Regensburg.
Squad changes and rotations
However, the coach also has positive news: Luca Kilian, Jakob Christensen and Julian Pauli are training with the team again and are available. Kwasniok has the opportunity to use almost everything for the first competitive game, which causes a certain amount of excitement in the Cologne fan base. The plans include a rotating starting eleven depending on the opponent, which points to a very dynamic season.
Kwasniok also points out that there will be no fixed starting eleven. Instead, he plans with a core of 4-6 players. This could mean that many players will be involved in important decisions next season, adding to the anticipation for the league.
However, squad planning has not yet been completed and there could still be changes in the central midfield. Kwasniok suggests that the non-call-ups for the game against Regensburg may indicate future decisions regarding the players. The coming days could be crucial for the direction of 1. FC Köln.
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