Dusseldorf cashes in millions as Suso and Egouli depart

Dusseldorf secured €2.7 million in transfer fees on 9 July 2026 by ending the contracts of Sima Suso and Elias Egouli – €1.7 million from Suso and €1 million from Egouli. The cash influx arrives just as the club intensifies its squad planning for the 3rd League summer window.

Why are the two leaving the club?

Suso, whose deal ran until 2028, has reportedly accepted an offer from FC Augsburg, according to Bild newspaper. The 23‑year‑old winger seeks a stage that matches his quality, and the current 3rd‑League situation doesn’t provide it. Egouli, meanwhile, will stay in the preseason camp until his release clause activates. The 25‑year‑old forward has chosen the newly promoted Elversberg, where he will play in the 2nd Bundesliga next season.

What does the money mean for promotion?

Sport director Samir Arabi is expected to funnel the €2.7 million into new signings. The club already has several targets aimed at strengthening the squad for an immediate return to the 2nd Bundesliga. Fan surveys show a strong demand for swift reinforcements, and the extra budget gives Arabi more flexibility to bring in experienced 2nd‑League players.

How does the departure affect the team?

While Egouli will still train with the squad until his official transfer on 31 July 2026, Suso has not attended a training session since early June – he reported a sickness, which many view as a pretext for his imminent move. Both players posted strong individual numbers during the disastrous 2025/26 season, inflating their market values. Their exits, however, leave a gap in the attacking midfield that must be filled quickly to keep the immediate promotion goal alive.

What comes next?

Dusseldorf begins its preseason on 15 July 2026 with a friendly against SC Paderborn. Head coach Daniel Bohl’s staff will test new arrivals while fine‑tuning tactics for the upcoming campaign. The next weeks will reveal whether the transfer income is spent wisely and if the team can climb back into the 2nd Bundesliga.