#42 - Wagner bleibt, die Baustellen auch!

1. FC Köln will enter the new season with René Wagner as head coach – but many questions remain unanswered. After a disappointing season, the club faces a pivotal summer, one that will focus not only on transfers but also on forging a clear sporting identity. In episode #42 of Rheingrätschen, we discuss the decision to retain Wagner, the first confirmed departures of Martel and Özkacar, and the current rumors surrounding El Mala after his exclusion from the World Cup squad. 🔴 Episode Topics: • Why FC Köln is sticking with René Wagner • Which squad issues remain unresolved • Martel, Özkacar & potential further departures • Which signings would truly make a difference now • What playing style FC Köln could pursue in the future • Why this transfer window will be crucial for the club ⏱ Chapters: 00:00 Intro & Coaching Decision 00:46 René Wagner Remains FC Köln Coach 02:14 Was Wagner Just a Stopgap Solution? 04:00 What playing style does Wagner bring? 05:31 Now squad planning can begin 06:11 Martel transfer to Mainz 05 08:05 Further departures & open personnel questions 09:21 Is Bornauw's return a possibility? 09:57 Simpson Pusey or Kenté? 10:49 Left-back position a problem 12:39 El Mala & first multi-million euro offers 14:16 Brighton rumor about Kosiah Dubeary 15:30 What will happen with Kaminski? 19:11 Skhiri or Özcan return to FC? 23:50 David Martínez as a new rumor 25:25 Is Mick Schröers a possibility for FC? 26:25 Why Andersen isn't coming to Cologne 27:43 El Mala not nominated for the World Cup 30:17 Nagelsmann, Sané & the DFB discussion 💬 Is FC Köln on the right track with René Wagner? Let us know in the comments. 🎧 Listen to Rheingrätschen: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3oop... 📱 Socials: Instagram:   / rheingraetschen   TikTok:   / rheingraetschen   #effzeh #fcköln #bundesliga