Eintracht Frankfurt announced on July 7 2026 that Swedish national goalkeeper Anders Svensson (28) has signed as the club's new No. 1. The 1.93 m tall keeper agreed to a contract through 2029, taking over from both Kauã Santos and Luca Zetterer, who will no longer be first‑choice.

Who is the new keeper?

Anders Svensson, a regular for Sweden since 2024, logged 12 caps during the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. His last club was FC Cologne, where he played 28 matches in the 2. Bundesliga in 2025. The Swede is praised for his shot‑stopping, positioning and reflexes – traits Frankfurt needs immediately.

Why move to Frankfurt?

After a disappointing 2025/26 campaign that left Frankfurt in 11th place, the board sought an experienced keeper who could step in straight away. Coach Adi Hütter explained in a press conference that Svensson's international experience and height provide a major boost to the back line. The transfer fee is reported at €6 million, a sum Frankfurt can offset after selling Sebastian Rode for €4 million.

What does this mean for the goalkeeper competition?

Kauã Santos, who arrived from SGE in 2024, is expected to drop to the bench, while Zetterer, who returned from loan in 2025, remains a backup. Both will still train, but the starting spot is now clear: Svensson will guard the net. Fans can already buy a new jersey bearing his number 1, now available in the club shop.

How will this affect the upcoming season?

Frankfurt opens the 2026‑27 season on August 12 against FC Bayern Munich. With Svensson between the sticks, the club hopes to tighten its defence and cut the 1.78 goals‑against per game average recorded last season. Hütter plans to involve the keeper in the first training session on July 15 to cement his chemistry with the defenders. Supporters expect the new No. 1 to lift confidence and push Frankfurt back into the Bundesliga’s top tier.