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St. Pauli Poised to Sign Magdeburg’s Martijn Kaars in Record Deal After Email Leak Prompts Complaint

Reports indicate a completed medical at a €4–5 million fee, with an announcement expected before the weekend.

Martijn Kaars hat das Magdeburger Trikot abgestreift und wird künftig Braun-Weiß tragen.
Martijn Kaars bedankt sich bei den Fans
Martijn Kaars (1. FC Magdeburg) im Interview

Overview

  • 1. FC Magdeburg says an unauthorized photo of a work email to sport chief Otmar Schork was taken through an office window and has filed a criminal complaint.
  • Sky and Transfermarkt report a fee in the €4–5 million range that would set a St. Pauli record, with a long-term contract for the 26-year-old forward.
  • No official confirmation has been issued by either club as of August 28, and the move remains pending before the transfer window closes on September 1 at 20:00.
  • The leaked image referenced a St. Pauli offer and proposed date for a medical, while Magdeburg condemned a violation of privacy and said the club suffered “massive damage.”
  • Kaars scored 23 goals in 38 competitive matches last season and is under contract with Magdeburg until 2027, with reports noting prior interest from multiple German clubs.