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FC Ingolstadt Parts With Sporting Director Ivica Grlic, Beiersdorfer Takes Over

The club cites a push for financial stability to create early clarity before the second half of the season.

Overview

  • Grlic's contract, originally set to run through the season, was mutually terminated with immediate effect.
  • The sporting director post will not be refilled, with duties consolidated under sporting CEO Dietmar Beiersdorfer.
  • Club leadership frames the move as part of an austerity program aimed at long-term financial stability.
  • Ingolstadt sits 14th in the 3. Liga, two points above the relegation zone, with a trip to Waldhof Mannheim next.
  • Both sides described the separation as respectful and said the timing supports Rückrunde preparations and early planning for 2026/27.