"An absolute privilege": HSV extend sporting director Costa's contract! | OneFootball

HSV has made an important decision for its future. An official has been secured to the club for the long term.

Sporting Director Claus Costa will remain with the Red Shorts beyond 2026. The 41-year-old’s contract was extended early on Friday morning, though the club did not provide specific details about the exact duration.

Sporting CEO Stefan Kuntz expressed clear words of appreciation for his colleague’s work in the context of the extension. Costa had “fully convinced” him—with a sharp eye for the market, a broad network, and his daily commitment to the team. Above all, his contribution to the Bundesliga comeback and the swift squad overhaul after promotion were decisive factors. For Kuntz, it was clear early on that the chosen path should be continued with Costa.

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The official himself sees the extension as both a special vote of confidence and an honor. “It is an absolute privilege to represent such a great club as HSV,” he emphasized. The close cooperation with the board and the support from all areas of the club are, for him, key factors in overcoming sporting challenges and stabilizing HSV once again.

He especially highlighted his collaboration with Kuntz. “Our targeted cooperation,” said Costa, “beyond the challenging transfer periods and the open, sometimes controversial, but always constructive exchange, is something I greatly appreciate.”

Since his move from Leverkusen in 2019, the native Bavarian has experienced a steep rise from head of the scouting department to sporting director. With the contract extension, the next steps are now set to follow. HSV wants to establish itself in the Bundesliga and consistently continue on its chosen path.

And Costa is more than ready for this: “I am highly motivated to continue our chosen path together with the board, the coaching team, the squad, and the entire office.”

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