Feyenoord loses one of its most important players, Gernot Trauner, after five years of loyal service. The Austrian defender announced via his Instagram that he is leaving the club.

What happened?

Gernot Trauner will not sign a new contract with Feyenoord. His contract expired on June 30, 2026.

Why is this important for Feyenoord?

Feyenoord loses an experienced player who played for the club for a total of five years. Trauner became champion with Feyenoord in 2023 and won the KNVB Cup with the club a year later.

What comes next?

Feyenoord must now look for a replacement for Gernot Trauner. The club is currently in 2nd place in the Eredivisie, with 65 points from 34 games. | Season | Points | Games | Goals | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 2025-2026 | 65 | 34 | 70 |

Feyenoord recently won against PEC Zwolle with 0-2. The club is on a 2-game winning streak and has a recent form of WDWWD. Gernot Trauner bid farewell to the Feyenoord fans on his Instagram after five 'unforgettable years'. He thanked everyone for their support during this journey and is extremely grateful for all the experiences he has had at Feyenoord.