Deal all but done: when Amoako will be unveiled at HSV! | OneFootball

HSV is on the verge of signing its first new arrival of the summer. All signs point to Kofi Amoako being presented at the Volkspark as early as Friday.

The defensive midfielder arrived in Hamburg on Thursday and is undergoing the mandatory medical there. This is reported by the Hamburger Abendblatt. Unless any unexpected problems arise, nothing now stands in the way of the transfer.

The Hanseatic club are activating Amoako’s release clause and will pay around two million euros to Dynamo Dresden. In doing so, the Rothosen are securing one of the most exciting midfield talents from last season’s 2. Bundesliga campaign. For several days now, it had been becoming clear that HSV were leading the race for the 21-year-old. Now the deal is practically done.

Amoako made 32 of a possible 34 league appearances for Dresden last season and was one of the key players in the battle against relegation. The Germany U20 international recorded one goal and one assist in the process. Above all, however, it was his overall athletic profile that drew attention: standing 1.86 meters tall, with high speed and great dynamism, Amoako offers a profile that is extremely sought-after on the transfer market.

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HSV beat out high-profile competition

Accordingly, the competition was fierce. In addition to HSV, Union Berlin and Premier League club Leeds United were also reportedly seriously interested in the holding midfielder. In the end, the perspective outlined by sporting director Claus Costa and the HSV decision-makers proved convincing.

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At the Volkspark, Amoako is primarily planned for central midfield. Although the Germany U20 international can also fill in at center-back, those in charge clearly see his future as a No. 6 or No. 8. There, he is expected to compete mainly with Nicolai Remberg for playing time, or be developed as his backup. At present, Remberg and Sambi Lokonga are the established options in central midfield.

After signing his contract on Friday, Amoako will initially go on vacation. When pre-season begins, the youngster is then set to officially start his new Bundesliga chapter with HSV.

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