Soccer - Podolski's return to 1. FC Köln under discussion
Lukas Podolski still has his return to 1. FC Köln in the back of his mind. "Let's see what happens. I'm in contact with the FC. A few weeks ago, there was a discussion at the Geißbockheim with the managing directors about what such a role could look like for me. Everyone knows my connection to the club and the city," said the long-time Cologne professional on TV station Sport1. However, he rules out a return as a player. He is still under contract with Gornik Zabrze in Poland until June 30, 2025.
The current sporting situation in Cologne is difficult. "FC now has two difficult away games, and if they lose twice, things look bleak," said the 38-year-old. There is no money available. Key players always have to go. But the club has not achieved any major transfer income. "That's always a problem year after year. Another big problem is the city of Cologne, which doesn't support the club much at the moment," said Podolski.
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- Despite the challenging situation in Cologne, which includes financial constraints and lack of city support, Lukas Podolski remains hopeful about potentially returning to his former club, 1. FC Köln, albeit not as a player.
- Born and raised in Gelnhausen, Germany, Lukas Podolski has a strong connection with North Rhine-Westphalia, having started his professional soccer career in the Bundesliga with 1. FC Köln and later representing Germany nationally.
- Lukas Podolski, currently under contract with Gornik Zabrze in Poland until 2025, expressed his excitement about discussing a non-playing role in his beloved club, 1. FC Köln, during a meeting at Geißbockheim with the managing directors.
- In the 2022-2023 Bundesliga season, 1. FC Köln will face two tough away games, and Lukas Podolski, while wishing the team well, pointed out the challenges the club is facing, including limited financial resources and a lack of support from the city of Cologne.
Source: www.stern.de