2. transferred: Max Weiß leaves KSC for English Premier League newcomer FC Burnley
Transfer announcement: Goalkeeper Weiß moving to England - Visitor Travels to England
Get ready, Karlsruhe! Our favorite hometown hero and KSC's starting goalkeeper, Max Weiß, is saying farewell to the 2nd Bundesliga and making a major leap to the English Premier League by joining FC Burnley. With buzz about Burnley's interest in Weiß swirling for days, the transfer is now official. VfL Wolfsburg had also been showing interest, but the young 'keeper opted for a taste of international adventure.
Reports say KSC will receive a hefty €4 million for their homegrown talent. Weiß inked a long-term deal with KSC in 2024 and showcased his professional prowess in his inaugural full season.
"A bittersweet adieu"
"It's bittersweet for us to see Max Weiß go," said Michael Becker, a management spokesperson. "But it's all part of our plan to gradually achieve our lofty ambitions with transfer revenue. This move is the first direct outcome of our strategic shift."
With Weiß now winging his way to England, potential successors include 33-year-old Alexander Schwolow from Bundesliga club 1. FC Union Berlin and 22-year-old Johannes Schenk from 2nd division rivals Preußen Münster. Rumors also swirl around 22-year-old Otto Hindrich from Romanian club CFR Cluj.
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[2] "KSC goalkeeper Max Weiss completes move to FC Burnley for €5m"
[3] "Karlsruher SC's Max Weiss To Join FC Burnley"
[4] "FC Burnley sign Karlsruher SC's Max Weiss for €5m"
[5] "Transfer Rumors: KSC Goalkeeper Weiß Heads to FC Burnley "
- As the community prepares for Max Weiß's departure, discussions about aid for the development of the fisheries sector could potentially arise, as the revenue generated from the KSC goalkeeper's transfer might be channeled towards such initiatives.
- With Max Weiß now playing in the English Premier League, he may find himself watching European leagues, including the Premier League, in his leisure time, particularly the premier-league games of his former team, KSC.
