Striker wanted: HSV keen on Swiss title hero! | OneFootball

This summer, HSV are urgently searching for reinforcements in attack. A new name has now appeared on their radar.

Elmin Rastoder of surprise Swiss champions FC Thun has reportedly, according to Sky caught the interest of the Rothosen. Borussia Mönchengladbach are also said to be monitoring the North Macedonian, but HSV in particular have a huge need for a central striker.

The newly promoted side are facing a major overhaul up front. Damion Downs is returning to Southampton FC after his six-month loan spell, while Robert Glatzel, despite being under contract until 2027, is considering a move. In addition, all signs point to Ransford Königsdörffer leaving on a free transfer.

That would leave HSV with only two options: the injury-prone Yussuf Poulsen and homegrown talent Otto Stange. The Hanseatic club are therefore likely to sign two to three new forwards in the coming weeks and months.

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Rastoder certainly fits the profile they are looking for. The 1.91-meter center-forward enjoyed an outstanding season in Switzerland and played a key role in FC Thun’s sensational league title. With 15 goals and six assists in 36 league matches, the North Macedonian established himself as a crucial player and attracted attention across Europe.

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Just one year earlier, Rastoder had scored only five goals in Switzerland’s second division. Now he suddenly finds himself on the wishlist of numerous clubs. Alongside HSV and Gladbach, Olympique Lyon and Panathinaikos are also said to be interested. It remains to be seen in the near future whether the Bundesliga club can prevail against that level of competition and whether Rastoder could truly be the ideal solution they are looking for. Since the 24-year-old’s contract in Thun only runs until 2027, the transfer fee is likely to be relatively moderate.

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