1. FC Heidenheim Secures Diant Ramaj as New First-Choice Goalkeeper
Goalkeeper Mueller of Heidenheim expresses no desire for change. - Goalkeeper Müller of Heidenheim maintains his unwavering preference remains unaltered
In a surprising move, German football club 1. FC Heidenheim has announced the loan signing of goalkeeper Diant Ramaj from Borussia Dortmund. The news was revealed on Monday, with Ramaj set to join the club for the upcoming 2025-26 Bundesliga season.
The decision to bring in Ramaj was primarily due to the potential departure of longtime goalkeeper Kevin Müller. Müller, who has expressed a desire to potentially move to the Major League Soccer (MLS) if an offer arrives, has not publicly finalized a move yet. However, the club's CEO, Holger Sanwald, revealed that Müller informed them on the first day of pre-season about his MLS intentions.
Ramaj, who has Bundesliga experience and a successful loan spell in Copenhagen (where he won the Danish league and cup with 10 clean sheets in 19 games), is considered a strong candidate to be the new starter. Moreover, Ramaj has a previous connection with Heidenheim, having played in their youth teams, making the transition smoother.
Another reason for the transfer was the extended absence of backup goalkeeper Frank Feller, who is set to become the new number one in the long term but is currently sidelined due to a knee injury.
Despite the loan signing, Müller has stated that he currently has no desire to leave 1. FC Heidenheim. He also clarified that he never expressed a desire to leave the club. Müller's surprise at the loan move was evident, but he remains a vital part of the team for now.
The loan agreement for Ramaj is for one year, with no purchase option. This move ensures that Heidenheim has a reliable starter ready as Müller considers his future.
Ramaj joins Heidenheim from Dortmund, where he was signed last winter and given a long-term contract until June 30, 2029. His previous loan to FC Copenhagen has proven his ability to perform at a high level, and Heidenheim fans are optimistic about his potential impact on the team.
In summary, while Müller has not yet left Heidenheim, his expressed openness to an MLS move prompted the club to secure Diant Ramaj on loan as the future first-choice goalkeeper for the upcoming season. This move provides Heidenheim with a strong goalkeeping option while Müller considers his future and ensures squad stability in the event of a departure.
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