FC Köln fetches Ragnar Ache: Cader gaps must now be closed quickly!

FC Köln fetches Ragnar Ache: Cader gaps must now be closed quickly!

Köln, Deutschland - In terms of transfers, 1. FC Köln has made a clear sign. With the commitment of Ragnar Ache from 1. FC Kaiserslautern, the billy goats have made their first new addition to the coming 2025/26 season. Ache signed a contract until June 30, 2029 and is planned as a center forward. Despite his still limited experiences in the Bundesliga, where he has only been able to score one goal in 20 games so far, those responsible are optimistic. FC sports director Thomas Kessler expressed a positive statement about the integration of the newcomer into the team, and Ache is also looking forward to the new chapter in the RheinEnergieStadion.

But with all the joy of the new reinforcement, it also shows that FC is still a lot of work before the new season. In addition to Ache, an additional striker is needed, because with Sargis Adamyan, Steffen Tigges and Florian Dietz, several attackers leave the club. There is also an urgent need for action in the defensive back team. There is great uncertainty behind goalkeeper Marvin Schwäbe, since with Philipp Pentke, Anthony Racioppi and Jonas Nickisch, three keepers will no longer belong to the squad. Matthias Köbning remains number four, but further obligations are necessary.

need for action in the squad

Another sticking point are the central defenders. Here the FC wants to sign an experienced player. The young talents like Joel Schmied and Julian Pauli still have to prove themselves and could be dependent on the support of a veteran. A backup for full -back Jusuf Gazibegovic is also sought. Max Finkgräfe could leave the club, which makes the need for another player even more urgent in this position.

• leaves the association: Sargis Adamyan
• leaves the association: Steffen Tigges
• leaves the association: Florian Dietz

After the departure of Dejan Ljubicic, the central midfield position is also on the outlaw list. Here a player is sought for position six/eight, especially since Mathias Olesen has not yet received a contract extension. The offensive could be lively by the new player Said El Mala, who was hired as a fast outdoor car player. There may also be other new additions, especially behind the tips, where Luca Waldschmidt most recently caused danger.

The transfer balance sheet

The transfer activities of the Bundesliga throughout the performance show an exciting picture. So far, 310 departures have been recorded, while the income is around 697 million euros. In return, the clubs made 324 entrances, which leads to expenses of around 795 million euros. This high investment is also reflected in the boy, with an average age of the new addition of 23.4 years.

FC Köln is faced with an intensive transfer period in which many decisions still have to be made. Those responsible are required to put together a strong team for the coming season and close the squad gaps. It is only to be hoped that management will show a good hand and make the right decisions. The fan can be excited to see how the billy goats will beat in the competition of the Bundesliga.