3. Liga

FC St. Pauli has officially named Marcel Rapp as their new head coach, following the club's relegation from the Bundesliga and the departure of Alexander Blessin. Rapp, known for guiding Holstein Kiel to Germany's top flight, takes the helm with a clear mandate for a fresh start.

Former Rangers striker Cedric Itten is reportedly on the verge of a move to Bundesliga side Werder Bremen, a significant development despite his current club, Fortuna Düsseldorf, facing relegation to the German 3. Liga.