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Nicolai Remberg takes over as Hamburg captain from Yussuf Poulsen

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 1, 2026, 2:45 PM

Last updated Aug 1, 2026

Nicolai Remberg takes over as Hamburg captain from Yussuf Poulsen

Summary

Nicolai Remberg has been appointed the new captain of Hamburg ahead of the 2026/27 Bundesliga season. Remberg, a former Holstein Kiel player, steps in after Yussuf Poulsen's injury-limited campaign that affected his captaincy. Hamburg coach Merlin Polzin announced the decision prior to a preseason friendly against Everton, with Remberg having already demonstrated leadership abilities in Poulsen's absence. Poulsen remains part of the club's leadership team and will mentor Remberg and his deputies, Nicolas Capaldo and Albert Sambi Lokonga. Remberg expressed his commitment to leading on and off the pitch.

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By the Numbers

•Remberg becomes Hamburg's 33rd Bundesliga captain.
•Poulsen struggled with injuries last season, making only one Bundesliga start.
•Remberg has previously captained during Poulsen's absence.
•Remberg aims to exemplify consistent improvement as a leader.

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2:45 PMYahoo Sports — Official | Nicolai Remberg replaces Yussuf Poulsen as Hamburg captain

What they're saying

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Hamburg head coach Merlin Polzin has officially named Nicolai Remberg as the club’s new captain ahead of the 2026/27 Bundesliga campaign. The former Holstein Kiel midfielder succeeds Yussuf Poulsen,...
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