Holstein Kiel: Trainer Rapp starts optimistically with a new squad!

Holstein Kiel: Trainer Rapp starts optimistically with a new squad!

Gettorf, Deutschland - Holstein Kiel started preparing for the new second division season in Gettorf on June 23, 2025. At 3 p.m. it was said for coach Marcel Rapp and his team "on the new challenge!". With an optimistic look, the coach encounters of its sixth season as head coach, even if the signs after the relegation from the Bundesliga are not easy. Rapp is satisfied with the current squad, but it leaves open that further reinforcements are welcome. The preparation will run for almost six weeks until the first weekend in August.

As far as the departures are concerned, Holstein Kiel is tidy. Nine players have left the club, with the most prominent of the departures captain Timo Becker, who changes to Schalke 04, and Lewis Holtby, whose goal remains open. Further departures are Dominik Javorcek, Marvin Schulz and Colin Kleine-Küel. While Jorvorcek is not committed, Schulz was not able to play a single Bundesliga game due to injuries.

fresh wind in the squad

The team is not only shaped by departures. So far, Holstein Kiel has signed twelve new players, including the Danish goalkeeper Kasper Davidsen from Aalborg BK and the experienced Stefan Schwab by Paok Saloniki. Another new addition that comes fresh from the 3rd league is Mladen Cvjetinovic from FC Ingolstadt. The 21-year-old central defender has already passed the medical check and receives a contract until 2029. Last season he was a regular and can look back on 31 missions and have seven U21 international matches for Bosnia-Herzegovina. Liga-Zwei reports that this is the second new addition of the association.

The sporting management, consisting of managing director Olaf Rebbe and coach Rapp, has to put together the mission to put together a powerful and competitive team. Despite the newcomers, Rapp points out that the audience should be patient with the newly formed team because there are many young players in the squad. "The goal is not the direct return," said Rapp. Nevertheless, everyone agrees that you want to play a good role in the new season.

season start with excitement

The first opponent that the Kieler will be announced on Friday from the German Football League (DFL) will further increase the anticipation. Until then, it remains to be seen how the team presents itself in preparation. Rapp appeals to the fans not to get over expectations and hopes for loyal support during the entire season.

For the Holstein fans, it will definitely be exciting how your team will do in the coming season. Stay tuned for further updates around KSV Holstein and the developments on the transfer market, which you can follow under Kicker.