Eintracht Frankfurt sporting director Timmo Hardung has received a new job that keeps him firmly in the German squad, quashing speculation of a move to Milan. The club has published an official statement confirming that Hardung will remain at Eintracht, but with significantly expanded responsibilities.
Over the last few years, Hardung and Markus Krosche have constituted a key duo for the growth of Eintracht, leading the club to consolidate itself as an important reality both in Germany and internationally. The rumors that the manager could have taken over the sporting direction of Milan had no basis, according to what was declared by the club.
Effective immediately, Hardung will assume direct supervision of the medical department and youth sector, in addition to his current duties. The two units, previously under his direction, will now report directly to him. The management of the women's sector will remain under the supervision of the sporting director, but temporarily under the direction of Axel Hellmann.
At the same time, Sebastian Rode, who has started a training course within the sports department, will continue to progress from 1 November, taking on greater responsibilities within the team. Hardung, in close collaboration with CEO Axel Hellmann, will work to improve the efficiency of the various sporting departments and prepare for the winter transfer window.
With these new responsibilities, Hardung will be relieved of some immediate duties related to the team and coaching staff, allowing him to focus on new challenges. Eintracht, with this internal reorganizer, aims to consolidate its structure and prepare for the next competitions, without opening the door to a possible transfer to Milan.