Korona Kielce is weighing the return of Dawid Kownacki this transfer window, potentially the biggest move in the club's history. President Łukasz Maciejczyk and sporting director Paweł Golański say the aim is to shake up the league and get back into the top spots. Currently Korona Kielce sits 11th in the PKO Ekstraklasa with 43 points after 34 games (DW LDD), and a 1‑1 draw with Cracovia on 23 May 2026 offers little hope of a quick surge.

Will Kownacki join Korona?

Reports suggest Werder Bremen, Kownacki's contract holder, is open to talks and may accept a fee lower than the original €3 million. The 29‑year‑old striker has logged five goals and two assists in the Bundesliga, and his German‑league experience could raise Korona's attacking quality. Whether the club can pressure Bremen depends on financial readiness and whether other offers eclipse this one.

What transfers have happened so far?

Earlier this season Korona broke its own record by paying €1.7 million for Patrik Hellebrand from Górnik Zabrze – the most expensive player in club history. Ongoing talks also involve Kamil Jakubczyk (Arka Gdynia, around €1 million), Alexandru Matan (free agent, last at Panetolikos) and Ariel Mosór (Raków Częstochowa, €500 k). These targets would strengthen midfield and defence, but none match Kownacki's profile.

What does this mean for the season?

If the transfer goes through, Korona gains an experienced striker who helped Lech Poznań win the title in 2022. That could break the deadlock in attack, where goals scored and conceded are equal – 40 each. Lech Poznań leads the table by 17 points, so every point counts. Even with the recent DWLDD form over the last five games, an extra firepower up front could turn draws into wins.

How likely is the deal to close?

Werder Bremen did not exercise a purchase option after the loan, giving the club some flexibility. Przegląd Sportowy and Onet report negotiations could start this week. If Korona finalises the deal before the window closes, it signals a budget ready for bigger investments. Otherwise, Kownacki may stay in Germany and Korona will need to look for alternatives.

Fans should watch how these moves affect the league standing, as the season so far has been a series of balanced results and uncertainty.