DFL releases 2026/27 Bundesliga and 2. Bundesliga fixtures
The German Football League has confirmed the schedule for the 2026/27 Bundesliga and 2. Bundesliga campaigns, with the top flight starting on 28 August and the second tier on 7 August.
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Augsburg confirm transfer interest in Kömür and Claude-Maurice
FC Augsburg sporting director Benjamin Weber has confirmed significant transfer interest in attackers Mert Kömür and Alexis Claude-Maurice, though no concrete offers have materialised yet. Both players remain part of the Bundesliga club’s plans despite speculation linking them with moves abroad.
Bayern Munich confirm Ismael Saibari signing from PSV
Bayern Munich have completed the signing of Morocco international Ismael Saibari from PSV Eindhoven. The 25-year-old forward will join the Bundesliga champions after the World Cup on a contract until 2031.
Bayern Munich renovates Säbener Straße as €150m new build stalls
Bayern Munich has commenced renovation work at its Säbener Straße training base after logistical issues forced the club to shelve plans for a €150 million new performance centre.
Jonas Wind joins SC Braga on free transfer after Wolfsburg exit
Danish striker Jonas Wind has completed a free transfer to SC Braga, signing a contract until 2029 with a €30 million release clause following his departure from relegated VfL Wolfsburg.
Union Berlin complete permanent signing of Stanley Nsoki from Hoffenheim
1. FC Union Berlin have secured Stanley Nsoki on a permanent transfer following the centre-back’s loan spell from TSG Hoffenheim. The defender made 14 appearances during the 2025/26 campaign despite early injury setbacks.
RB Leipzig renew pursuit of Mainz midfielder Nadiem Amiri
RB Leipzig have revived their interest in Mainz midfielder Nadiem Amiri as coach Martin Demichelis seeks to strengthen his midfield options. The deal faces obstacles, with Leipzig needing to sell players before funding any major investment.
Brighton close to signing FC Köln midfielder Kamiński for €20m
Brighton & Hove Albion are reportedly close to securing the signature of FC Köln midfielder Jakub Kamiński. The Premier League side are prepared to meet the €20 million release clause for the Polish international.
Demichelis tasked with bringing ‘high intensity, high pressing’ football to Leipzig
RB Leipzig sporting director Marcel Schäfer has outlined his expectations for new head coach Martin Demichelis, who officially started work this week. Schäfer is unconcerned by Demichelis’s relegation with Mallorca and wants an ‘attack mode’ style of play.
Wolfsburg await Tjark Ernst decision amid Celtic and Ajax interest
VfL Wolfsburg are pushing to sign Hertha BSC goalkeeper Tjark Ernst and have reached broad agreement with his representatives, though the player is yet to commit amid interest from Celtic and Ajax.