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FC Köln signs Isak Johannesson: A star for the Bundesliga!
1. FC Köln signs Isak Johannesson from Fortuna Düsseldorf for 5.5 million euros, contract until 2030, to strengthen Bundesliga prospects.
FC Köln signs Isak Johannesson: A star for the Bundesliga!
1. FC Köln has rejuvenated its staff and landed a real coup: Isak Bergmann Johannesson is moving from Fortuna Düsseldorf to FC for 5.5 million euros. This transfer was officially announced on Sunday at 4 p.m. and could turn out to be a crazy deal.
Johannesson, the new hope in Cologne's midfield, has signed a contract until 2030. This makes him the first Icelander in 1. FC Köln's club history and at the same time the player with the longest contract in the entire squad. No other player will be tied to FC longer than the 22-year-old..
An exceptional talent changes
The signing comes just a day after FC made the decision to activate the release clause, which expired on May 31 at 11:59 p.m. Christian Weber, sports director of Fortuna Düsseldorf, commented on Johannesson's departure with regret. However, he recognizes that the loss also shows the positive development of the club..The player himself most recently drew attention to himself on February 23rd with a penalty in the 90th minute against Cologne, when he equalized to make it 1-1.
Johannesson had a balanced season in the 2nd Bundesliga, in which he scored 11 goals and provided 6 assists. He was also the most active player in the league, covering an impressive 386.1 kilometers..
A dream player and the vision of Kwasniok
Cologne's new sports director Thomas Kessler has invested almost 10 million euros in Johannesson and ex-Lautern striker Ragnar Ache in the last few days. Kessler is optimistic: “Johannesson developed strongly last season and is ready for the Bundesliga.” Future coach Lukas Kwasniok also sees Johannesson as a key player. In a broadcast in December 2024, he even described him as his “favorite player” in Düsseldorf..
Despite his ties to Fortuna Düsseldorf, the talented midfielder decided to go the Cologne route, which is a clear sign of his ambitions in the Bundesliga. “I’m really looking forward to the new challenge and the opportunity to play in the Bundesliga,” said Johannesson..
At a time when the Cologne club is repositioning itself, this transfer seems to be not only a reinforcement, but also a strategic step towards a promising future. 1. FC Köln may have the right feel for the next generation of footballers - a good hand for the coming years could prove to be spot on..