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Timothy Chandler Extends Eintracht Frankfurt Contract Through 2026

The veteran defender, who has been with the club for over two decades, will continue to serve as a mentor and symbol of club loyalty despite limited playing time.

Timothy Chandler von Eintracht Frankfurt
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Overview

  • Eintracht Frankfurt announced a one-year contract extension for Timothy Chandler, keeping him at the club until summer 2026.
  • Chandler, 35, has made 198 official appearances for the club since rejoining in 2014 and will enter his 12th season with the team.
  • The player, who began in Eintracht’s youth academy at age ten, is celebrated for his contributions on and off the pitch, including mentoring younger players.
  • Chandler has played a pivotal role in Eintracht’s successes, winning the DFB-Pokal in 2018 and the EuroEuropa League in 2022.
  • The announcement was accompanied by a viral social media video that initially teased his retirement before revealing the extension, engaging fans and highlighting his enduring importance to the club.