Jens Gustafsson linked with Cracovia managerial role amid contract uncertainty

Cracovia are reportedly considering the appointment of Jens Gustafsson as their next manager, according to information provided by Tomasz Włodarczyk. The Swedish coach is said to be among the candidates identified to succeed Bartosz Grzelak, whose position at the club has been described as uncertain for some time. Reports suggest that discussions have already taken place with the 48-year-old regarding the potential vacancy.

Despite these reported talks, Włodarczyk emphasized that Gustafsson remains under contract with BK Häcken. The specific conditions required to secure his release from the Swedish side are currently unknown, presenting a potential obstacle to any immediate move. This contractual situation distinguishes him from other names reportedly on the club's list who may be more readily available.

Gustafsson possesses prior experience in Polish football, having managed Pogoń Szczecin between 2022 and 2024. During his tenure, he guided the team to fourth-place finishes in the Ekstraklasa on two occasions. Following his departure from Poland, he worked at Al-Fateh in Saudi Arabia before taking charge of BK Häcken at the start of 2025.

His current employer, BK Häcken, finished tenth in their domestic league last season and currently occupy fourth place in the table. The search for a new manager at Cracovia follows a 1-2 defeat to Wisła Kraków in Friday's derby, a result that has left the team sitting in 15th place in the Ekstraklasa standings.