Maximilian Krauß: From Cottbus to Hansa – a change full of drama!

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On June 25th, 2025, Energie Cottbus wins 3-1 against Hansa Rostock. New signing Maximilian Krauß talks about his move and the suspension.

Am 25.06.2025 gewinnt Energie Cottbus 3:1 gegen Hansa Rostock. Neuzugang Maximilian Krauß spricht über seinen Wechsel und die Suspendierung.
On June 25th, 2025, Energie Cottbus wins 3-1 against Hansa Rostock. New signing Maximilian Krauß talks about his move and the suspension.

Maximilian Krauß: From Cottbus to Hansa – a change full of drama!

In an eventful third division game between Hansa Rostock and Energie Cottbus on June 25, 2025, the Rostock team suffered a 3-1 defeat. Picture reports that Hansa professional Maximilian Krauß, who had already moved to Hansa before this duel, was suspended. Cottbus coach Pele Wollitz was critical of Krauß and metaphorically described him as a “bad apple”. The reason for the suspension was Krauss' desire to move to Hansa Rostock.

After a month and a half of absence, Krauss is now training again with his new club. He describes former Cottbus President Sebastian Lemke in a positive light and emphasizes his desire to clarify relationships and part on good terms. Krauss, who previously played for Carl Zeiss Jena and Energie Cottbus, has big ambitions with Hansa Rostock. “I want Hansa to be at the top,” he says.

The way to Hansa Rostock

Maximilian Krauß' move was officially announced by Hansa Rostock on Monday. Despite the turbulent circumstances surrounding his suspension, Rostock's professional football director Amir Shapourzadeh sees Krauß as a significant reinforcement for the team. Krauß prefers an offensive role, but should also be tested as a rail player.

In the new third division season 2025/26, for which the teams are already preparing, Hansa Rostock is not alone with new additions. Loud Kicker Other clubs can also look forward to fresh blood. The competition doesn't sleep, because teams like SSV Ulm and Jahn Regensburg have also signed interesting players.

The first steps with Hansa

On Thursday the Rostock team has their first test match against Rostocker FC, a further step towards integrating new signing Krauß and preparing for the coming season. The player will do everything he can to quickly fit into the team and show his qualities on the pitch. With the expectation of moving the club forward in the table, Hansa Rostock is well prepared for the new third division season.

With a clear focus and positive ambitions, Krauss will do everything he can to help his new team so that the fans can look forward to the upcoming games with pride and leave Energy Cottbus's turnaround behind them. It remains to be seen how the new addition will attract attention in the next few weeks.