Karlsruher SC is reportedly eyeing former 1.FC Köln coach Lukas Kwasniok for a potential return to the 2. Bundesliga next season. Reports from Ka-news and Kicker.de suggest that Kwasniok is high on KSC's list of candidates to succeed current manager Christian Eichner.

The 44-year-old coach, recently dismissed by 1.FC Köln, is currently vacationing in Gran Canaria, where talks with Karlsruher SC are even rumored to have taken place. This potential move marks a significant development for the club as they consider their future leadership.

A key consideration for Karlsruher SC is the financial aspect of securing Kwasniok's services. He was previously linked with a struggling VfL Wolfsburg side, indicating his market value and demand.

Kwasniok's contractual situation with 1.FC Köln adds another layer of complexity. Should Effzeh face relegation, he would become available on a free transfer. However, if Köln avoids the drop, his contract runs until 2028, potentially requiring a transfer fee.

Ka-news further reports on a possible solution: if a transfer fee is necessary, 1.FC Köln and Karlsruher SC might consider sharing his salary for the upcoming season. This arrangement could make the move more feasible for KSC.

The decision on Kwasniok's future and his potential arrival at Karlsruher SC will depend on these financial and contractual negotiations, as the club seeks to strengthen its coaching staff for the challenges ahead in the 2. Bundesliga.