What happened?

Fortuna Düsseldorf announced on 10 July 2026 that its 21‑year‑old versatile player Simo Suso has moved to FC Augsburg. The youngster signed a contract running until 30 June 2031, the Bundesliga club confirmed. Suso, who featured in 24 second‑division matches last season and scored once, therefore steps up to Germany’s top tier.

Why does the transfer matter for Düsseldorf?

The departure hits Fortuna Düsseldorf hard because Suso is one of the few players able to operate as a defensive midfielder, left centre‑back and left winger. Sport director Benni Weber praised his versatility and the amount of match experience he already has for his age. Without him the squad loses tactical flexibility, especially in games that demand positional shifts.

How does Suso fit at Augsburg?

FC Augsburg has been targeting young, multi‑position players in recent years. Suso, a product of Bayer Leverkusen’s academy and capped four times by Germany’s U20 side, matches that profile perfectly. Augsburg’s sport director Benni Weber (not to be confused with the Düsseldorf official) said Suso “brings an extremely interesting player profile” and can be integrated straight into the starting eleven.

What does this mean for the future?

For Fortuna Düsseldorf the loss means the board must look for a replacement to shore up the left side. At the same time the transfer gives the club some financial breathing room, as Augsburg did not disclose a fee but the long‑term deal suggests a modest sum. For Augsburg, Suso could see significant minutes this season, particularly if injuries hit the defensive midfield.

Who could fill the gap?

In Fortuna Düsseldorf’s roster several young talents are ready to step up. Twenty‑year‑old left‑back Luca Kessler has already earned minutes, and midfielder Janik Huber could increasingly operate on the left flank. The sporting management must decide whether another signing is required or if internal options suffice.

Simo Suso’s move underlines that Fortuna Düsseldorf continues to develop players attractive to Bundesliga clubs, even after relegation from the 2. Bundesliga. For Augsburg it adds another piece to make the 2026/27 campaign more competitive.