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Finkgräfe moves to Leipzig: Eintracht Frankfurt comes away empty-handed!
RB Leipzig signs Max Finkgräfe from Cologne for four million euros. The 21-year-old left-back is aiming for a sporting perspective.
Finkgräfe moves to Leipzig: Eintracht Frankfurt comes away empty-handed!
In recent weeks, Eintracht Frankfurt has made greater efforts to recruit 21-year-old left-back Max Finkgräfe from 1. FC Köln. Despite the interest from Hesse, the talented player has now apparently decided to move to RB Leipzig. fr.de reports that Finkgräfe has already reached agreement with the Saxons on a long-term contract. The transfer fee of around four million euros is considered a bargain and could be officially concluded in the next few days.
Max Finkgräfe was active in both the 2nd Bundesliga and the DFB Cup last season and made a total of 14 second division and 24 Bundesliga appearances. During his time at 1. FC Köln, however, the left-back expressed his desire to leave the club because he lacked both appreciation and sporting prospects. This feeling could also be due to the competitive situation in the Cologne squad, where Maxi Mittelstädt is currently considered a regular player. transfermarkt.de emphasizes that Finkgräfe is planned as a backup for space in Leipzig and should be supported in the long term.
The competition for Finkgräfe
1. FC Cologne not only had to deal with Eintracht Frankfurt, VfB Stuttgart and TSG Hoffenheim also showed interest in Finkgräfe. Despite applications from other clubs, many players like Finkgräfe decide to move to Leipzig, which has a clear strategy for recruiting and training young talent. This is not only positive for the players, but also for the clubs that benefit from the transfers. Meanwhile, Eintracht Frankfurt remains looking for defensive reinforcements in order to remain competitive.
Finkgräfe's upcoming move to Leipzig not only represents a turning point for the player, but also represents an important source of income for 1. FC Köln. If they successfully qualify for the Europa League, the team could offer additional game shares, which could potentially give Finkgräfe more playing time. The prospect of international games could be of interest not only to Finkgräfe, but also to 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 minutes for him in Cologne was not that high as long as Mittelstädt remained in the squad. Leipzig could offer him the opportunity to learn under a coach who specializes in developing talents like him.
In any case, Finkgräfe's decision seems well thought out, and both parties - the player and the club - have clear ideas about where the journey is headed. The transfer window is still open and exciting developments are therefore more than likely.