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Arthur Theate returns to Bologna on loan from Eintracht Frankfurt

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 5:49 PM

Last updated Aug 28, 2026

Arthur Theate returns to Bologna on loan from Eintracht Frankfurt
Summary

Bologna has confirmed a deal for Arthur Theate's return on loan from Eintracht Frankfurt, with an option to buy for €15 million. Theate had previously joined Frankfurt on a permanent basis last year after a successful loan stint. His departure from Frankfurt follows a lack of inclusion in coach Adi Hütter's pre-season plans. Theate, who has 36 senior caps for Belgium including appearances at the 2026 World Cup, is expected to contribute to Bologna's defense upon his comeback.

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  • •Bologna agrees to loan Theate with €15m purchase option.
  • •Theate was previously at Bologna before moving to Frankfurt.
  • •He made 75 appearances for Frankfurt, scoring one goal.
  • •The transfer deal was finalized on August 28, 2026.
  • •Theate has 36 caps for Belgium, featuring in the 2026 World Cup.
Latest Updates
  • 5:49 PMYahoo Sports — Frankfurt reach agreement with Bologna over Theate transfer
  • 5:40 PMYahoo Sports — Done Deal: Theate return to Bologna on loan with €15m option to buy
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Eintracht Frankfurt have reportedly reached an agreement with Serie A outfit Bologna on a transfer for Arthur Theate.The Belgian international, according to Sky Germany's sources, is set to be loaned ...

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Bologna have agreed a deal for the return of Belgium international Arthur Theate from Eintracht Frankfurt, on loan with option to buy for €15m.There had already been multiple reports last night that...

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