Overview
- Lukas Podolski has extended his contract with Gornik Zabrze until 2026, reaffirming his commitment to the Polish club where he plans to end his career.
- Ernesto Valverde has signed a one-year extension with Athletic Bilbao, marking his tenth season with the club after leading them to Champions League qualification.
- Friedhelm Funkel will not continue as head coach of 1. FC Köln despite their promotion to the Bundesliga, citing differences with club leadership.
- Maurice Krattenmacher is returning to FC Bayern Münchenrom SSSSV Ulm to join their squad for the FIFA Club World Cup, set to take place in the United States this summer.
- Key player transfers include Simon Asta moving to 1. FC Kaiserslautern, Anthony Jung joining SC Freiburg, and Lydia Andrade transferring to 1. FC Köln from RB Leipzig.