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Fortuna Düsseldorf signs Philipp Förster on free transfer from Karlsruher SC

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 9:10 AM

Last updated Jul 28, 2026

Fortuna Düsseldorf signs Philipp Förster on free transfer from Karlsruher SC
Summary

Fortuna Düsseldorf has signed midfielder Philipp Förster to a one-year contract through June 2027. The 31-year-old joins the newly relegated side on a free transfer after making 27 appearances for Karlsruher SC last season, contributing four assists. Having previously played a key role with VfB Stuttgart and Bochum, Förster brings significant Bundesliga experience. His ability to operate in various attacking roles is expected to aid Düsseldorf in their bid for promotion back to the second tier. Förster will wear the No. 10 shirt for his new team.

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By the Numbers
  • •Philipp Förster signs with Fortuna Düsseldorf until June 2027.
  • •Förster joins after a season at Karlsruher SC.
  • •He has 83 Bundesliga appearances with eight goals.
  • •Düsseldorf recently relegated to Germany’s third tier.
  • •Forsler's versatility expected to bolster the midfield.
Latest Updates
  • 9:47 AMYahoo Sports — Official: Fortuna Düsseldorf sign experienced midfielder Philipp Förster
  • 9:10 AMYahoo Sports — Fortuna Düsseldorf sign Bundesliga veteran Philipp Förster (31)
What they're saying
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Fortuna Düsseldorf have publicly announced the capture of Philipp Förster for the upcoming 3.Liga campaign.The attacking midfielder, who most recently played for Karlsruher SC, has joined Düsseldor...

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Fortuna Düsseldorf – recently relegated to Germany’s third footballing tier – have added substantial Bundesliga experience to their midfield by signing Philipp Förster on a free transfer.The 3...

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