Eintracht Frankfurt is unlikely to sign striker Ermedin Demirovic during the current transfer window. A move for the forward is now considered very improbable, while interest in Ajax Amsterdam defender Anton Gaaei has also cooled.
A transfer for Demirovic is currently "very unlikely." Although there had been previous rumours linking Eintracht with the player, no concrete negotiations took place. This removes one of the most prominent names from the speculation in recent weeks. Simultaneously, the situation regarding Anton Gaaei has been clarified. The right-back from Ajax had also been linked with Frankfurt but is no longer a topic of discussion. In that position, coach Dino Toppmöller continues to rely on Elias Baum, who has already made seven Bundesliga appearances this season.
Who remains on Eintracht's radar?
The player still on Frankfurt's radar is Louey Ben Farhat from Karlsruher SC. The attacking talent remains on the Bundesliga club's watchlist. The 19-year-old has already scored three goals in the 2. Bundesliga this season and could be a long-term option for the attack. Eintracht Frankfurt has already strengthened the squad this summer with the signings of German internationals Felix Nmecha and Maximilian Beier. The current squad overview shows a well-stocked offensive line, making an expensive addition like Demirovic appear less urgent.
What is the current squad situation?
Eintracht is maintaining continuity in defence. Alongside first-choice right-back Baum, options like Aurélio Buta and Nnamdi Collins are available for the right side. The defence has already secured two wins in the first four Bundesliga matches of the 2026/27 season, conceding only four goals. In midfield, Hugo Larsson, Ellyes Skhiri, and new signing Nmecha form a strong core. Up front, captain Ansgar Knauff leads the internal scoring chart with three season goals, closely followed by Omar Marmoush with two.
What does this mean for the transfer strategy?
The focus appears to be shifting towards targeted reinforcements for the future rather than short-term, expensive solutions. The reports suggest a pragmatic approach from Frankfurt's decision-makers, including sporting director Markus Krösche. With the transfer window closing in a few weeks, the team will likely proceed into the remainder of the first half of the season largely in its current form. The team sits in a solid sixth place in the standings with seven points after four matchdays.
The next opportunity to see the team in action is the Bundesliga home match against 1. FC Köln on September 20, 2026. This match is part of a demanding period in the fixtures schedule, which also includes an away game at Bayern Munich. The contracts of key players like goalkeeper Kevin Trapp and centre-back Robin Koch run until June 2027.
