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Karlsruher SC Goalkeeper Max Weiß Joins FC Burnley in €4 Million Transfer

Signed through 2029, the 21-year-old’s move prompts KSC to target Alexander Schwolow or Johannes Schenk as his replacement

Overview

  • The transfer to Premier League side FC Burnley was formalized on June 25 with a base fee of €4 million plus up to €1 million in bonuses.
  • Weiß departed after playing every minute for KSC last season and signed a contract valid until June 30, 2029.
  • Club leadership hailed the deal as the first payoff from KSC’s strategy to strengthen finances through player sales.
  • Michael Becker and Mario Eggimann acknowledged the sporting loss, highlighting the ambition to reinvest in talent development.
  • Karlsruher SC has identified Alexander Schwolow and Johannes Schenk among candidates under consideration to succeed Weiß.