Overview

• Florian Kastenmeier succeeds defender Andre Hoffmann as club captain following Hoffmann’s departure.
• The 28-year-old goalkeeper has amassed 194 appearances for Fortuna Düsseldorf since his 2019 arrival and often served as vice-captain.
• He achieved nine clean sheets in the 2024–25 campaign, tying for the third-best record among 2. Bundesliga goalkeepers.
• Head coach Daniel Thioune cited Kastenmeier’s athletic and personal development as decisive factors in his promotion.
• Fortuna Düsseldorf will distribute complimentary tickets for five home fixtures to bolster fan support ahead of the 2025–26 season.