Overview
- The club confirmed the permanent signing of midfielder Robert Wagner from SC Freiburg and the addition of right-back Simon Straudi as they finalise the squad before preseason.
- Wagner joined Dresden on a six-month loan in the second half of last season, played 15 games and stood out for his high running output and central midfield work.
- Sporting director Sören Gonther said the club wanted to keep Wagner beyond the loan because he can be a difference-maker in the centre.
- Straudi, 27, arrives from newly promoted Energie Cottbus after a move last year from Austria Klagenfurt and adds experience at right-back.
- Both clubs declined to disclose transfer fees and contract lengths; the signings aim to add continuity and depth as Dresden prepare for the 2. Bundesliga season and seek stability in their squad.