# German football summer transfer window activity

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/german-football-summer-transfer-window-activity
> Updated: 2026-09-20T06:51:33.000Z. Sources: 10. Developments: 2.

As the summer transfer window approached its deadline, German football clubs engaged in various player acquisitions and departures. Dynamo Dresden sought to secure striker Kennedy Okpala from SC Paderborn, while Energie Cottbus targeted players such as Julian Pauli and Anton Donkor to strengthen their squad.

Following the conclusion of the transfer period, clubs finalized their rosters for the 2026/2027 season. Karlsruher SC completed several signings, including Kevin Wiethaup and Héliton Jorge Tito dos Santos, while managing the departures of players like Louey Ben Farhat. Meanwhile, Borussia Dortmund faced ongoing speculation regarding potential departures, with interest reported from international clubs for players such as Samuele Inacio and goalkeeper Gregor Kobel.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-20: German football clubs finalize summer transfer window activity

German football clubs Karlsruher SC and Borussia Dortmund finalize summer transfers, with KSC completing several signings and BVB facing ongoing speculation regarding key players.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/german-football-clubs-finalize-summer-transfer-window-activity

### 2026-08-31: German football clubs pursue key transfers ahead of deadline

German clubs Dynamo Dresden and Energie Cottbus are pursuing key transfers, including striker Kennedy Okpala and defender Julian Pauli, as the transfer window nears its close.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/german-football-clubs-pursue-key-transfers-ahead-of-deadline

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