Hamburger SV could still face the departure of two more professionals even after the closure of the summer transfer window. This was reported by Stefan Walther and Henrik Jacobs in the Hamburger Abendblatt on September 1, 2026. The club had reportedly prepared for up to four exits on the final day of the window, but ultimately only two materialized. However, two additional departures remain a possibility.
Tim Walter's team started the new Bundesliga season with a defeat and sits in 14th place with zero points from one match. The next opportunity to get points comes on September 6 with a home game against FSV Mainz 05. The current standings show HSV three points behind leaders Bayern Munich.
Which players could leave Hamburger SV?
The report did not name specific players for the potential exits. However, it mentioned Immanuel Pherai, who showed good spirits despite being outside the first-team squad. "He has good morale, even though he is on the outside at HSV," said the midfielder. His future with the Red Shorts therefore remains uncertain. The club's management continues to work on optimizing the squad and finding solutions for players who do not fit into the current system.
The planning for the current campaign is closely tied to sporting development. With zero goals scored and two conceded in the opening match, there is clear room for improvement. Detailed team statistics are available on our stats page. A look at the current squad reveals where there might be an excess of players.
How does the situation affect the team?
The uncertainty over further personnel changes can pose a challenge for squad stability. Coach Walter must focus his players on the important home match against Mainz, while talks may still be ongoing in the background. The current form, with an opening defeat, increases the pressure to start a positive run quickly.
The coming weeks will show if the potential departures can be realized, perhaps through moves to countries whose transfer windows are still open, or through other solutions. For the players who might leave, the prospect of playing time is currently limited. The club must find a balance between sporting and economic interests here.
What does this mean for the upcoming fixtures?
The immediate priority clearly lies with the Bundesliga matchday. On September 6, HSV hosts FSV Mainz 05 at the Volksparkstadion. The opponent is in 10th place and offers a chance to get the first points of the season. A win would be important for both morale and the league table.
Preparations for this match are already in full swing. All information on upcoming fixtures can be found on our fixtures page. Should the squad changes be delayed further, the team must deliver its best performance with the currently available players. The opening defeat showed that defensive work is still needed after conceding two goals.
The coming days will reveal whether Hamburger SV's squad undergoes further changes before the team faces Mainz on Saturday.
