Rapid Vienna agree transfer exit for player ahead of Hearts as 'true team player' makes way
The Austrian side have made a transfer decision ahead of the game with Hearts
Rapid Vienna have loaned out a midfielder ahead of their tie with Hearts.
Moritz Oswald was on the bench at Tynecastle last week during the 2-2 Conference League play-off first leg clash. He spent last term out on loan with Rheindorf Altach but had reintegrated with the Austrian Bundesliga side’s first team during pre-season. Oswald now departs again for WSG Tirol who also features in the top tier of Austria after 99 appearances for Rapid. Hearts are heading for Austria ahead of their second leg in the Conference League
Stefan Kock, Sporting Director of WSG Tirol, said on the transfer: “With Moritz Oswald, we are gaining a player who, despite his young age, already brings enormous experience at a high level – almost 100 competitive matches for Rapid Vienna speak for themselves. Moritz can help us in several positions and adds extra quality and stability to our squad.
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“His international experience with the Austrian U21 national team also demonstrates his potential. We are convinced that his versatility will immediately benefit our game. We wish Moritz a good start in Wattens.”
Oswald added on his loan to WSG: “I’m extremely happy to be here in Tyrol. WSG is exactly the right step for me to develop both athletically and personally. The whole environment is very welcoming and friendly – I’ve been given a fantastic welcome in the last few hours. Now I can’t wait to get started with the guys. I want to contribute week after week, give everything for the team, and have a successful season together.”
Rapid’s sporting director Markus Katzer added: “Moritz Oswald is a true team player and has shown full commitment in every training session since returning from Altach. It's important for him to gain as much playing time as possible, and that's why we jointly decided on this loan. At WSG Tirol, he can continue to gain experience in the top division in a professional and calm environment, and we will keep an eye on him throughout the season. I wish ‘Momo’ a successful and injury-free few months at his new club.”
A club statement from WSG states: “Head coach Philipp Semlic can now count on the services of Moritz Oswald. The 24-year-old, versatile midfielder brings a wealth of quality and experience to Wattens. In his career so far, he has already made 84 appearances in the Austrian Bundesliga and 18 appearances in European competitions. The versatile player also boasts considerable international experience, having earned 19 caps for the Austrian U21 national team.”
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