Union Berlin has sold Ilyas Ansah to Hull City for €22 million and signed Felix Uduokhai from Besiktas to bolster their squad for the upcoming season.
What the fee means for the summer budget
The €22 million fee for Ansah is a record for Union Berlin and provides financial flexibility for further transfers. Leopold Querfeld, under contract until 2027, has a €11 million release clause, while Premier League clubs would need to pay €15 million. Uduokhai, valued at €3.5 million and under contract until 2027, adds depth.
Where he fits in the current squad
Uduokhai, 28, has been sidelined this season without competitive appearances and will likely play as a centre-back. Union Berlin has scored 33 goals and conceded 50, with a -17 goal difference, and sits 11th in the Bundesliga with 32 points from 29 games.
Current injuries and squad planning
Robert Skov, Aljoscha Kemlein, Livan Burcu, Frederik Ronnow, Lucas Tousart and Diogo Leite are sidelined, impacting defensive options. Uduokhai could strengthen the backline as the team prepares for the remaining fixtures.
Outlook for next season
With 32 points, 8 wins, 8 draws and 13 losses, Union Berlin is 44 points behind Bayern München. Their next match is at home to RB Leipzig on 21 November 2026, who are 4th in the table. The signing aims to stabilize the defence ahead of the season's final stretch.
