Finkgräfe moves to Leipzig: Eintracht Frankfurt goes away empty -handed!
Finkgräfe moves to Leipzig: Eintracht Frankfurt goes away empty -handed!
Eintracht Frankfurt has been increasingly trying to get the 21-year-old left-back Max Finkgräfe from 1. FC Köln in the past few weeks. Despite the interest of the Hesse, the talented player has apparently decided to switch to RB Leipzig. freiten reports that Finkgräfe has already reached agreement with the Saxons via a long-term contract. The transfer of around four million euros is considered a bargain and could be officially completed these days.
Max Finkgräfe was active in the 2nd Bundesliga and in the DFB Cup last season and came up with a total of 14 second division and 24 Bundesliga missions. During his time at 1st FC Köln, however, the left -back had expressed the wish to leave the club because he lacked both appreciation and sporting perspectives. This feeling could also be limited by the competitive situation in the Cologne squad, where Maxi Mittelstädt is considered the current regular player. transfermarkt.de emphasizes that Finkgräfe is planned as a backup for space in Leipzig.
The competition for Finkgräfe
The 1st FC Köln not only had to deal with Eintracht Frankfurt, VfB Stuttgart and TSG Hoffenheim also showed interest in Finkgräfe. Despite the applications of other clubs, many players like Finkgräfe opt for a switch to Leipzig, which has a clear strategy for recruiting and training young talents. This is not only positive for the players, but also for the clubs that benefit from the transfers. Meanwhile, Eintracht Frankfurt is looking for reinforcements on the defensive to remain competitive.
The upcoming change from Finkgräfe to Leipzig not only represents a turning point for the player, but also means an important source of income for 1. FC Köln. In the event of a successful qualification for the Europa League, the team could offer additional game shares, which means that Finkgräfe may have more operational times. The prospect of international games could not only be of interest to Finkgräfe, but also for other players in the squad.
So could it have been the right decision for Finkgräfe? That remains to be seen. It is speculated that the chance of playing the game in Cologne was not too high as long as Mittelstädt stays in the squad. Leipzig could offer him the opportunity to learn from a trainer who specializes in developing talents like him.In any case, Finkgräbe's decision seems well thought out, and both parties - the player and the club - have clear ideas about where the journey is going. The transfer window is still open and exciting developments are more than likely.
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