Augsburg Bolsters Squad with Sima Suso Signing from Fortuna Düsseldorf

FC Augsburg has announced the acquisition of Sima SusoPlayer·Sima Suso, a promising 21-year-old defensive player, from Fortuna DüsseldorfTeam·Fortuna Düsseldorf. The transfer, confirmed on July 10, 2026, sees Suso commit his future to AugsburgTeam·Augsburg with a long-term contract extending until June 30, 2031. This strategic signing reinforces AugsburgTeam·Augsburg's squad as they look to build on their recent BundesligaCompetition·Bundesliga campaign.

Suso, a left-footed talent, brings considerable versatility to the AugsburgTeam·Augsburg roster. He is adept at playing across multiple positions, including defensive midfield, as a number eight, a left-sided central defender, and in both defensive and offensive roles on the left flank. His development included time in Bayer 04 Leverkusen's academy, and he has earned four caps for Germany at the U20 level, highlighting his potential.

Last season, Suso made 24 appearances for Fortuna DüsseldorfTeam·Fortuna Düsseldorf in the 2. Bundesliga, scoring one goal. His consistent presence in a competitive league underscores his readiness for top-flight football. The reported transfer fee for Suso is approximately 1.6 million Euros, a significant investment for the Bavarian club. AugsburgTeam·Augsburg faced competition for his signature, with Serie ACompetition·Serie A clubs VeneziaTeam·Venezia and TorinoTeam·Torino also reportedly showing interest.

Benni Weber, FC Augsburg's sporting director, expressed his satisfaction with the new arrival.

"Sima has a very exciting skillset. He can play in a number of positions and already has plenty of competitive experience despite his young age. The fact that he featured regularly in the 2. Bundesliga last season underlines both his potential and his quality. We are delighted that he has chosen to join us."— Benni Weber.

Suso himself conveyed his enthusiasm for the move.

"I'm very happy to be joining FC Augsburg. This is a great place for me to continue developing as a player and to achieve success with the team. I'm really looking forward to the new season and can't wait to get to know my new surroundings and my new teammates."— Sima Suso.

The transfer comes after contrasting fortunes for the two clubs in the 2025/26 season. FC Augsburg concluded their BundesligaCompetition·Bundesliga campaign in a respectable ninth place, accumulating 43 points from 12 wins, 7 draws, and 15 losses. Their home form was particularly strong, marked by an eight-game unbeaten streak that equaled a club record. Manuel Baum took over as interim head coach from December 1, 2025, following Sandro Wagner's departure, guiding the team through the latter half of the season. AugsburgTeam·Augsburg also reached the second round of the DFB-Pokal.

Conversely, Fortuna DüsseldorfTeam·Fortuna Düsseldorf endured a challenging season in the 2. Bundesliga, finishing 17th out of 18 teams and facing relegation to the 3. LigaCompetition·3. Liga. Their record stood at 11 wins, 4 draws, and 19 losses, with a particularly difficult away form that saw them lose their last five consecutive road games. The club also experienced multiple managerial changes, with Daniel ThiouneCoach·Daniel Thioune sacked in October 2025, followed by Markus Anfang, and then Alexander Ende in April 2026. Like AugsburgTeam·Augsburg, they reached the second round of the DFB-Pokal.