Thanks to new attacking trio: Will HSV’s goal drought soon be over? | OneFootball

HSV hopes for fresh momentum in the battle to avoid relegation thanks to the winter transfer window. The reason: three new attacking signings.

With only 19 goals from 19 Bundesliga matches, HSV, together with 1. FC Heidenheim, has the second-weakest attack in the league. This statistic, along with frequent missed chances, made it clear where the greatest need for action lay. That’s exactly where sporting director Claus Costa and his team focused, signing three new attacking players: Damion Downs, Albert Grönbaek, and Philip Otele.

Overall, Costa looks back on a busy transfer period. “A very intense time with many transfer movements,” is how the 41-year-old described the past weeks, during which HSV completed 13 deals. Eight departures alone helped to streamline the squad as desired. This allowed for a more targeted selection of new signings.

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Costa is particularly enthusiastic about the new attacking trio: “We are very satisfied with the signings. Early on, we signed Damion Downs, a striker who fits our defined profile. In addition, we have recently added Albert Grönbaek and Philip Otele, two players who will definitely strengthen us offensively and make us more versatile.”

HSV expects Otele to provide extra power on the left side, where Jean-Luc Dompé is currently suspended and Alexander Røssing-Lelesiit is out due to injury. “He is a player who has proven his goal threat in recent years through both direct and indirect involvement. He has a lot of drive towards goal on the left side and will hopefully give us an offensive push,” said Costa. Grönbaek also brings new elements to the game: “Albert is a versatile attacking player who feels comfortable as a fine technician between the lines.”

Despite all the attacking hopes, Costa believes that maintaining balance in play is crucial. “The key to staying up is above all a stable defense,” he emphasized. HSV is on a good path in that regard. Only 29 goals conceded means seventh place in the league.

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