Lech Poznań Plans Summer Transfers to Boost Champions League Bid
Polish champions Lech Poznań are preparing to strengthen their squad ahead of the 2024‑25 Champions League qualifying campaign. Club sporting director Tomasz Rząsa said the team will target five positions – goalkeeper, left‑back, defensive midfielder, winger and centre‑back – and prefer players aged 22 to 27. The club aims to act quickly, with an open transfer window and the possibility of a “premium” signing if European competition demands it.
Potential incoming names mentioned include Timothy Ouma (Slavia Prague), Luis Palma (Celtic) and Patrick Walemark, while the club also evaluates existing assets such as Taofeek Ismaheel and the injured Ali Gholizadeh. Former Lech defender Bartosz Bosacki noted the squad’s experience and quality but highlighted a need for faster, wider options on the flanks and warned that injuries or loss of form could affect the European push. Youth talent from the club’s academy is also cited as a source of reinforcement.
Overall, Lech’s strategy combines scouting for quality players, managing budget constraints, and leveraging its recent domestic success to compete on the continental stage.