Augsburg completed the signing of midfielder Sima Suso from Fortuna Düsseldorf on July 7, 2026. The transfer, confirmed by the "Rheinische Post" and RTL/ntv reports, costs the club about €1.7 million and includes a long‑term contract, with the official announcement slated for the end of the week.

What exactly happened?

Suso, a 24‑year‑old playmaker, leaves Fortuna after just one season in the 2. Bundesliga and moves straight into the Bundesliga with Augsburg. The €1.7 million fee is a modest but targeted spend to strengthen the creative hub. He signed on July 7, and the formal statement will follow in the coming days.

Why does this matter for Augsburg?

Augsburg currently sits 9th in the Bundesliga with 43 points, 12 wins, 7 draws and 15 losses from 34 games. The team has scored 45 goals and conceded 61, a -16 goal difference, and sits 46 points behind leaders Bayern Munich. Adding Suso aims to spark the midfield, a known weak spot, and increase ball possession in the middle of the park.

How could Suso change the game?

The Spanish international is praised for his passing accuracy and dribbling under pressure. Last season at Düsseldorf he delivered five assists and three goals, showing he can both create and finish. Coach Markus Weinzierl plans to use Suso as a central orchestrator and in an advanced double‑six role to boost creativity.

What’s next?

The official club release is expected by week’s end, featuring photos and an interview with Suso. Fans can look forward to a jersey with his new number, likely hitting stores in August. In the upcoming training sessions the new midfielder will be woven into the tactical system to ensure the squad is ready for the next season.

Augsburg hopes the investment in Simo Suso not only livens up the midfield but also draws supporters back to the stadium as the team strives to close the gap to the league leaders.