Overview

• HC Erlangen confirmed the acquisition of 22-year-old backcourt specialist Andri Runarsson on July 17, 2025.
• SC DHfK Leipzig agreed to a transfer fee to free Runarsson from his deal that extended through 2026.
• Runarsson’s transfer request followed the mid-June dismissal of his father, coach Rúnar Sigtryggsson, at Leipzig.
• Leipzig managing director Karsten Günther said all parties found a mutually acceptable solution.
• Erlangen plans to strengthen its roster for the upcoming Handball-Bundesliga season with the national team player.