Bayern Munich sporting director Christoph Freund has confirmed that long-serving official Kathleen Krüger is negotiating a move to German second-tier side Hamburger SV.
FC Schalke 04 can seal an immediate return to the Bundesliga with victory over Fortuna Düsseldorf, though head coach Miron Muslić has pleaded with supporters to avoid pitch invasions for safety reasons.
Sixteen-year-old Hertha BSC midfielder Kennet Eichhorn has emerged as one of Germany’s most sought-after prospects, with FC Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund leading the chase for his signature.
FC Augsburg are leading the chase to sign Hertha BSC centre-back Márton Dárdai this summer. The German club will need to pay €5 million to secure the 24-year-old defender’s signature.
American striker Damion Downs will return to Southampton this summer after Hamburger SV decided against signing him permanently following a goalless loan spell.
Bayern Munich’s head of organisation Kathleen Krüger is poised to join Hamburger SV as their new board member for sport this summer, filling the vacancy left by Stefan Kuntz earlier this year.
The German Football League has secured a €100 million loan from Adidas to boost the Bundesliga and 2. Bundesliga, extending the match ball partnership until 2034.