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FC Köln brings in Ragnar Ache: Gaps in the squad must now be closed quickly!
1. FC Köln signs Ragnar Ache and is planning squad changes for the 2025/26 season. Further transfers are imminent.
FC Köln brings in Ragnar Ache: Gaps in the squad must now be closed quickly!
When it comes to transfers, 1. FC Köln has sent a clear signal. With the signing of Ragnar Ache from 1. FC Kaiserslautern, the Billy Goats have secured their first new signing for the coming 2025/26 season. Ache signed a contract until June 30, 2029 and is planned as a center forward. Despite his limited experience in the Bundesliga, where he has only scored one goal in 20 games, those responsible are optimistic. FC sports director Thomas Kessler was positive about the integration of the newcomer into the team, and Ache himself is also looking forward to the new chapter at the RheinEnergieSTADION.
But despite all the joy about the new reinforcements, it also shows that FC still has a lot of work to do before the new season. In addition to Ache, an additional striker is needed because several attackers, Sargis Adamyan, Steffen Tigges and Florian Dietz, are leaving the club. There is also an urgent need for action in the defensive back line. There is great uncertainty behind goalkeeper Marvin Schwäbe, as three keepers, Philipp Pentke, Anthony Racioppi and Jonas Nickisch, will no longer be part of the squad. Matthias Köbning remains number four, but further commitments are necessary here.
Need for action in the squad
Another sticking point is the central defenders. The FC wants to sign an experienced player here. The young talents like Joel Schmied and Julian Pauli still have to prove themselves and could need the support of a veteran. A backup for full-back Jusuf Gazibegovic is also being sought. Max Finkgräfe could leave the club, making the need for another player in this position even more pressing.
- Verlässt den Verein: Sargis Adamyan
- Verlässt den Verein: Steffen Tigges
- Verlässt den Verein: Florian Dietz
Following the departure of Dejan Ljubicic, the central midfield position is also on the lookout list. We are looking for a player for the sixth/eighth position, especially since Mathias Olesen has not yet received a contract extension. The offensive could be revitalized by the new player Said El Mala, who was brought in as a fast winger. There may also be more new additions, especially behind the top, where Luca Waldschmidt recently caused danger.
The transfer balance at a glance
The Bundesliga's transfer activities across the entire performance process paint an exciting picture. So far, 310 departures have been recorded, while income is around 697 million euros. In return, the clubs made 324 additions, resulting in expenditure of around 795 million euros. This high investment is also reflected in the youth, with an average age of the new arrivals of 23.4 years.
FC Köln is facing 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 gaps in the squad. We can only hope that management shows good hands and makes the right decisions. The fan can be curious to see how the billy goats will fare in the competition in the Bundesliga.