Gisdol returns to the Süper Lig: New challenge at KaySerispor!

Gisdol returns to the Süper Lig: New challenge at KaySerispor!

Kayseri, Türkei - After a one -year intermezzo without coaching job, Markus Gisdol, formerly coach of FC Köln and from Samsunspor, returns to the Süper Lig. Gisdol, who secured the relegation with Samsunspor last season, has agreed with KaySerispor through a contract. This was recently confirmed by Nurettin Acikalin, the President of KaySerispor. Gisdol will be expected in Kayseri in the coming days to sign a two -year contract.

In his last term in Samsunspor, which began in the 2023/24 season, Gisdol was able to coach 33 games, with his team introducing 13 wins, 9 draws and 11 defeats. The German trainer, who also won positive experiences from his time in Samsun, praised the warm -heartedness of the local people. He had originally not sought a contract extension for his commitment to the Turkish team and already showed through in November last year that he was open to new challenges. Despite his wish, however, he did not receive a suitable offer before the return to KaySerispor is due. Gisdol's successor at Samsunspor will be Thomas Reis, who led the club to third place with a strong last season and thus qualified in the Europa League.

A new start for Gisdol in Kayseri

The separation from Sergei Jakirovic, the previous coach of Kayserispor, took place mutually after only six months. It speaks for the trust that the association puts in Gisdol that he is committed as a new trainer after proving that he can survive in the Süper Lig. Gisdol, who made a name for himself through successful stations in Germany, such as at Hamburger SV and TSG Hoffenheim, experienced his last detour abroad at Lokomotive Moscow, where his commitment ended early due to the Ukraine War.

The return of Gisdol to the Süper Lig shows that the trainer is still very popular. Kayserispor hopes for a fresh air and a successful fresh start. The upcoming days will decide whether Gisdol manages to get the team on course in the new season and to fully exploit the potential of the players.

How the developments in the Süper Lig continue remains exciting: last year there were numerous change of coaches that significantly influenced the dynamics of the league. Change of coaches are not uncommon in this league and often have a direct impact on the table stands and the performance of the teams. It remains to be seen whether Gisdol can find its form of success and prepare KaySerispor for a positive competition season. More detailed information on coaching changes in the Süper Lig offer platforms such as Transfermarkt .