Overview

• Fortuna Düsseldorf withdrew its offer after fans protested over Weissman’s October 2023 posts endorsing Gaza’s destruction.
• His management apologized for the deleted likes and criticized Germany’s quick judgments on his wartime reactions.
• In an Instagram statement, Weissman said he defends innocent lives on both sides and lamented that key context around his posts was ignored.
• Weissman now faces uncertainty in securing a new European club as the controversy continues to overshadow his career.
• Local Jewish organizations called the cancellation an anti-Israel campaign and warned of a broader hostile climate toward Israelis in Germany.