Active Transfer Market: No Haste, but Ample Activity in Timmo Hardung's Transfers
Football season is just around the corner, and the rumor mill is buzzing about Eintracht Frankfurt's transfer activities. But don't hold your breath just yet, warns Sporting Director Timmo Hardung. Despite the swirl of speculation, he's keeping his cards close to his chest, assuring fans that the club is still in the game and scrutinizing potential moves.
Rumors abound, and new names pop up like whack-a-mole, yet Hardung advises keeping our cool. "We've got plenty of time," he says to hr-sport in a recent interview, signaling that there's no need for anxious fanfare just yet.
With the club well-prepared and working diligently on potential transfers, it's normal to have numerous conversations with players and their agents during this period, Hardung explains. Behind the scenes, things are hopping, even if the public market remains relatively quiet.
Could the Club World Cup be causing all the fuss? Hardung posits that the tournament, where many top European clubs are competing, might have something to do with it.
As for updates on the transfer front, Frankfurt has yet to secure any new signings, but the groundwork has been laid for some promising prospects like Jonathan Burkardt and Ritsu Doan, according to Hardung. He's tight-lipped about progress reports, though, saying the club is content with its current squad and plans on reinforcing it strategically.
With the season edging closer by the day, Frankfurt's opening fixtures have been revealed, featuring matches against Werder Bremen, Hoffenheim, and Leverkusen. Hardung finds the schedule "quite balanced" and looks forward to the season-opener against SV Werder, which he describes as a "traditional duel" and "a beautiful game."
In the meantime, the club managed to sign one young star to a professional contract—Marvin Dills, an attacking midfielder developed at Eintracht's academy. Dills, who has shown strength in international youth competitions for both Germany and the USA, will be joining Eintracht's U21 team next season.
So, while Hardung acknowledges active negotiations, he hasn't confirmed any completed transfers. Farès Chaïbi, a forward rumored to be on the move to Aston Villa, remains unconfirmed as well.
In short, while Eintracht Frankfurt is up to something in the transfer market, fans can expect some strategic tweaks rather than an ensemble cast revamp. Stay tuned for updates, and if you want to keep tabs on all things Eintracht, download their official app on Google Play Store, Apple App Store, or visit their website!
European leagues are abuzz with sports rumors, as football season approaches, and Eintracht Frankfurt is no exception. Hardung's cautious reminder urges fans not to get too excited about potential transfers, as the club continues to assess and strategize.
