Raków Częstochowa is targeting Tomasz Kaczmarek to become their new head coach. According to journalist Marcin Borzęcki, the club plans to trigger a release clause in the manager's contract with Ekstraklasa side Radomiak Radom.
This move comes as a surprise, following weeks of strong speculation linking the vacant position with Portuguese coach Gonçalo Feio. The Częstochowa outfit has now shifted focus to the 41-year-old Pole. Kaczmarek only took over at Radomiak at the start of the current season, but his deal includes a clause that would allow for an early departure.
Who is Tomasz Kaczmarek?
Tomasz Kaczmarek is an experienced manager who replaced Dariusz Dźwigała at Radomiak Radom. Prior to that, he worked at GKS Tychy, guiding them to promotion to the Ekstraklasa in 2021. His tactical approach often emphasises a solid defensive structure and quick counter-attacks.
At Raków, he would succeed Marek Papszun, who left the club after the 2025/26 season. The team is currently under interim management, a period which has seen mixed results with two wins, two draws, and one loss in their last five league matches. This season's squad roster is available on our squad page.
What does the contract clause mean?
The clause in Kaczmarek's Radomiak contract is the key mechanism for this move. It enables Raków to secure the manager without entering into protracted negotiations with his current employer, likely by paying a predetermined compensation fee.
The source does not specify the exact figure, but indicates it is not a prohibitive sum for Raków. This is significant as the club's budget for the coming months must also account for potential player transfers. Raków currently sits seventh in the Ekstraklasa standings with 11 points from eight matches played.
What are Raków's immediate plans?
The push to appoint a new manager is directly linked to the upcoming preparation period for the spring phase of the season. The club wants the coach in place as soon as possible to assess the team before the January transfer window opens.
The first test for the new setup will be a match against Lechia Gdańsk scheduled for September 20th. The team's full schedule can be found in our fixtures section. Raków also plans several friendly matches to allow Kaczmarek to implement his ideas.
Marcin Borzęcki, the journalist reporting the story, posted on X: "Jak słyszę, Raków Częstochowa idzie po nieoczywistą opcję i wyciąga na mocy klauzuli z Radomiaka Tomasza Kaczmarka." This confirms that talks are at an advanced stage.
The club has not yet officially commented on the reports, but an announcement could come later this week. Kaczmarek's contract is expected to run until the end of the 2026/27 season with an option for extension.
