FC Augsburg brings Saad from St. Pauli: New game, new luck!

FC Augsburg brings Saad from St. Pauli: New game, new luck!

FC Augsburg has pulled off an impressive coup: Elias Saad is moving from FC St. Pauli to the Bavarian capital for 2.1 million euros plus performance-related bonuses. The 25-year-old has signed a contract until 2029 and is expected to strengthen the offensive wing, especially the right side. In doing so, the FCA is sending a clear signal in its transfer policy and showing that it wants to move forward with quality and targeted commitments, while at the same time planning fewer transactions. The report was first reported by Kicker announced.

New coach Sandro Wagner, who took over the reins a year ago, is planning a more offensive style of play. An asymmetrical 3-3-4 system may be implemented, which should make good use of Saad's strengths as a strong dribbling player. The Hamburg native brings speed, technique and goal threat, qualities that were only showcased to a limited extent at St. Pauli last season. After a long forced break due to a serious ankle injury that set him back since October 2024, Saad celebrated his comeback in February and then mostly played as a joker.

Saad's achievements and return

Despite the difficulties in his final season, in which he scored three goals and assisted three in 18 appearances, Saad is considered one of the league's strongest dribbling players. He expressed his euphoria both in the discussions with the FCA and about the new challenge and now gives hope that he can establish himself sustainably in the Bundesliga. The details of his comeback and the development of his injury can be found on the platform 90min.

This transfer represents a significant reinforcement for the FCA, especially considering the ambitions of the sporting management. Benjamin Weber, the future sports director, could be officially introduced this week. Those responsible around managing director Michael Ströll want to broaden the sporting leadership, so that Marc Lettau and former coach Manuel Baum are also in discussion. The focus is clearly on players who can sustainably improve the team and support the club's philosophy.

Overall, Elias Saad's move is a development that pleases fans and those in charge alike. It will be interesting to see how the fast winger integrates into the team under the new coach and what role he can take on in the coming seasons.