The transfer of Frans Krätzig from Bayern Munich to Red Bull Salzburg has been officially announced by the Austrian club. The 22-year-old German midfielder moves on a permanent basis for a fee of 3.5 million euros, signing a contract until June 2028. The agreement includes a buy-back option for Bayern Munich. Krätzig, who has experience in the Bundesliga and has played for Austria Vienna on loan, will wear the number 13 shirt and begin training on June 9, in preparation for the FIFA Club World Cup.

Frans Krätzig is set to depart from the Bundesliga with immediate effect. The 22-year-old, who spent the latter half of the 2024/25 season on loan from FC Bayern to 1. FC Heidenheim, will not be returning to Säbener Straße. Instead, he is moving to Austria to join RB Salzburg. The team from Mozart city is gearing up for the Club World Cup, which is scheduled to commence on June 15. Krätzig, who was initially trained at 1. FC Nürnberg, transitioned to FC Bayern's youth academy at an early age but did not manage to establish himself at the club. Previously, he had been loaned to Austria Wien during the second half of the 2023/24 season and played for VfB Stuttgart in the first half of the 2024/25 season. Throughout his career in the Bundesliga, he has made 21 appearances and scored one goal.

The transfer of Frans Krätzig to Austria is progressing rapidly. According to 'Sky', there is now a complete verbal agreement between the 22-year-old and RB Salzburg. Additionally, Salzburg is largely in agreement with FC Bayern regarding the transfer fee. According to the pay-TV channel, around 3.5 million euros will be paid. 'Bild' also mentioned the possibility of a buy-back clause for the versatile left-footer.

Frans Krätzig, currently on loan at 1. FC Heidenheim, has a contract with FC Bayern that runs until 2027. Red Bull Salzburg is reportedly interested in acquiring him on a permanent basis, with initial discussions already underway. The proposed deal includes a buy-back clause for FC Bayern. Reports from the 'Bild' podcast 'Bayern Insider' indicate that Red Bull Salzburg's interest in Krätzig has led to these negotiations. Krätzig, known for his versatility and left-footed play, is a product of Bayern's youth academy and has established himself as a regular starter under Frank Schmidt at Heidenheim.