Overview
- Fortuna Düsseldorf announced it would not sign Israeli striker Shon Weissman following widespread fan opposition to his October 2023 social media activity on the Gaza war.
- Supporters invoked Germany’s 50+1 ownership rule, describing his posts advocating heavy bombing and eradication of civilians as incompatible with the club’s values.
- Weissman’s agent, Boaz Goren, said a social media manager, not the player himself, was responsible for the deleted posts and likes.
- In an Instagram statement, Weissman defended his solidarity with Israel, rejected accusations of promoting hate and stressed national loyalty amid ongoing conflict.
- The canceled €500,000 move leaves Weissman at Granada CF with no immediate transfer alternatives disclosed.