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Elhan Kastrati Joins Eintracht Braunschweig as Backup Goalkeeper
Elhan Kastrati, a 28-year-old Albanian goalkeeper, has joined Eintracht Braunschweig, a second-division football club in Germany, as part of their goalkeeper roster. The deal, which runs until June 30, 2027, was finalized in August 2025.
Kastrati comes to Braunschweig after spending time in Italy's Serie B, where he made 168 appearances. He also has experience in Albania's top league, having played 32 games, and has been capped three times for the Albanian national team.
Born on February 2, 1997, Kastrati stands at 1.89 meters tall and moved from Albania to Italy at the age of 16. Since then, he has developed into a seasoned professional, known for his strong performances and mental resilience.
Ron-Thorben Hoffmann remains the number one goalkeeper for Eintracht Braunschweig, with Kastrati taking on the role of backup. The sporting director of Eintracht Braunschweig praised Kastrati for his athletic and mental qualities, noting his drive and enthusiasm for the new role.
Prior to joining Eintracht Braunschweig, Kastrati played for AS Citadella in the Serie B. Unfortunately, he was relegated with the club last season. However, he will be looking to make a fresh start in Germany and help Eintracht Braunschweig achieve their goals in the 2. Bundesliga.
Quick Facts:
- Name: Elhan Kastrati
- Age: 28 (born February 2, 1997)
- Height: 1.89 m
- Nationality: Albanian
- Position: Goalkeeper
- Previous experience: 168 games in Italy's Serie B, 32 games in Albania's top league, 3 appearances for Albanian national team
- Current club: Eintracht Braunschweig (joined August 2025, contract until June 2027)
- Role: Backup goalkeeper in the 2. Bundesliga.
- The goalkeeper has not been specified by name.
- Ron-Thorben Hoffmann is the number one goalkeeper for Eintracht Braunschweig.
- Elhan Kastrati is an Albanian goalkeeper.
- The goalkeeper has played 32 games in the Albanian first division.
- Elhan Kastrati played for AS Citadella in the Serie B.
- Elhan Kastrati was relegated with AS Citadella last season.
[1] Eintracht Braunschweig official website: https://www.eintracht-braunschweig.de/ [2] AS Citadella official website: https://www.ascitadella.it/ [3] Albanian Football Association official website: https://www.fsg-shqip.org/ [4] Albanian national team official website: https://www.albaniannationalteam.com/
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