Overview
- Adi Hütter's return has clearly revived fan and player enthusiasm at the Chiemsee/Grassau training camp and Jonathan Burkardt impressed in training and friendlies, showing strong form and leadership potential.
- Hütter's preferred style — early pressing, quick ball wins and fast transitions — was visible in sessions and in the test against Trabzonspor and players reported they are practicing those ideas.
- Three recent signings remain unproven: 18‑year‑old Malik Pimpong as a youth project, Noel Aseko limited by knee problems during camp, and Otávio arriving late and needing time to be assessed.
- Significant defensive shortfalls persist after several departures, leaving Eintracht in need of at least one more centre‑back and ideally full‑back reinforcements while the goalkeeper pecking order is unsettled with Kaua Santos ahead of Michael Zetterer and persistent interest in an experienced option.
- Sport director Markus Krösche faces pressure to sell multiple surplus, high‑wage players to clear a transfer logjam and fund reinforcements, and the coming competitive matches will decide whether the tactical reset produces results.