The 43-year-old, who has signed a contract until 2028, arrives from SC Paderborn, where he earned a reputation for dynamic football and nurturing young talent.
Thomas Kessler, Koln's sporting director, hailed the move, saying, "We're thrilled to bring Lukas Kwasniok to 1. FC Koln. His track record at Paderborn shows he can build attacking, successful teams while developing players. His energy and vision align perfectly with our goals for the Bundesliga."
Kwasniok, who had considered a coaching break, couldn't resist the call from Koln. "When Thomas Kessler reached out, I knew immediately: if I get the chance to coach in Cologne, I'm all in," he said. "This is a massive club, and I'm excited to make an impact with this squad."
The new manager's enthusiasm has already sparked buzz among fans, with recent X posts from Koln's official account hyping his arrival: "Welcome, Lukas! Let's write the next chapter together! #Effzeh."
Kwasniok himself shared on X, "Honoured to join this incredible club. Let's bring passion and fight to the Bundesliga! #FCKoln."
Koln supporters are eager to see Kwasniok's high-energy style in action as the Billy Goats aim to re-establish themselves in Germany's top flight. His first test will be to galvanize the squad and deliver results in a competitive season ahead.
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