The Bundesliga transfer window has reshaped several of Germany’s biggest clubs ahead of the 2026/27 season. Markus and Keven Bader discuss Bayern Munich’s additions of Ismael Saibari and Nathaniel Brown, Borussia Dortmund’s new generation following the departures of Karim Adeyemi and Julian Brandt, and the significant rebuilds taking place at Bayer Leverkusen and RB Leipzig.
They also assess Dortmund’s failed pursuit of Saïd El Mala, Leipzig’s sale of Yan Diomande to Real Madrid, Schalke’s move for Robin Gosens and reports that Niclas Füllkrug could return to Werder Bremen.👇 Which club has had the best window? Who has taken the greatest risk? And has anyone built a squad capable of challenging Bayern? Let us know your thoughts in the comments.
Please note: Füllkrug’s return has since been confirmed.
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Timetamps:
0:00 Intro
02:00 Are Bayern's Transfer Business Complete?
03:59 How will Wsmael Saibari fit into Bayern?
05:56 Ole Book's Dortmund Rebuild: What Can We Expect?
10:58 Leverkusen & RB Leipzig: The Rebuild
13:29 Stuttgart & the importance of RETAINING Players
15:52 Hoffenheim, Eintracht & Other Notable Transfers
20:35 Niclas Füllkrug Tribute
22:03 Top 5 Bundesliga Transfers