Overview
- Werder confirmed the signing on Sunday, June 21, 2026.
- Itten joined on a free transfer because his Fortuna Düsseldorf contract lost validity after the club was relegated to the 3. Liga, leaving Fortuna without compensation.
- His medical was held in San Diego during the World Cup with coordination between the Swiss medical team and Werder physiotherapist Florian Lauerer, and Itten will link up with Bremen after the tournament.
- Coach Daniel Thioune, who previously worked with Itten at Fortuna, and sporting leaders at Werder described him as a physical centre‑forward who fits the club's needs.
- The move is part of Werder's low‑cost transfer approach to shore up its attack and the club remains in the market for at least one more experienced striker.