Eintracht Frankfurt is returning to Germany for pre-season training at Lake Chiemsee – and it’s no coincidence. Oliver Glasner is sending a clear message: the club is banking on fresh impetus and wants to reconnect with its roots before the 2026/27 Bundesliga season kicks off. The squad flies to Salzburg on Thursday afternoon for the first domestic pre-season camp in years. League standing: 8th in Bundesliga, 0 pts.
What does the return to the club’s roots mean for Eintracht?
Choosing Lake Chiemsee over the usual U.S. camp isn’t just about location. Glasner and his staff want to tighten team chemistry while injecting new ideas into the squad. With several key players gone, the big question is who steps up to fill the gaps. The Chiemsee camp will test cohesion and trial fresh tactical setups before competitive action resumes.
Which unanswered questions hang over the squad?
Eintracht Frankfurt’s roster carries open wounds after last season’s departures. Longtime starters have left, and Glasner must now decide which youngsters earn starting roles and which new signings raise the bar. The Chiemsee camp will reveal whether the side is already cohesive enough for the season opener. Fans are hoping for clarity – and a squad ready to challenge for the top half in the 2026/27 Bundesliga.
Who will join the pre-season camp?
The team jets to Salzburg on Thursday, but not everyone is on board. Glasner will name the traveling party before departure, with young talents like Nelson Amadin and Hugo Larsson among those pushing for minutes. The camp also serves as a fitness check after summer break and an early injury audit.
What’s next after the camp?
After Salzburg, Eintracht faces another pre-season fixture before the Bundesliga 2026/27 curtain-raiser. The coming weeks will decide final roster spots and tactical shape. Glasner has stressed that pre-season is pivotal to meeting the demands of the new campaign. Fans can keep an eye on the first competitive outing: a home clash against RB Leipzig on 2027-02-20.
