Overview
- FC Augsburg exercised the reported €500,000 purchase option and signed Michael Gregoritsch to a contract running until 30 June 2027 with an option for a further year.
- Gregoritsch earned the move with six goals and three assists in 17 second-half appearances after his January loan return to the club.
- Sporting director Benni Weber praised Gregoritsch’s on-field contributions and said the striker will serve as a mentor for younger players and new signings.
- Gregoritsch said he feels comfortable at Augsburg and welcomed the clarity over his club future ahead of his World Cup campaign with Austria.
- The permanent deal restores continuity with a familiar player who scored 35 Bundesliga goals for Augsburg between 2017 and 2022 and stands two goals shy of the club’s record scorer.