Dusseldorf needs to find a new captain after Florian Kastenmeier's departure. The goalkeeper had taken over the captain's armband a year earlier from Andre Hoffmann.

Who will be the new captain?

Alexander Ende: „A captain must have a connection with me, then you have to have the feeling that he can transport things very well into the group and is very respected there.“

The candidates

Three current Dusseldorf players have good chances of taking over the captain's armband: Jorrit Hendrix, Dominique Heintz, and Matthias Zimmermann. Jorrit Hendrix is a desired player by Alexander Ende, who had already made him the team's and cabin leader in Münster. Dominique Heintz was brought in from Cologne to fill the leadership vacuum. Matthias Zimmermann has flourished again under Ende and has set a big sign with his contract extension.

The decision

The decision on the new captain will be made by Alexander Ende. He will choose the player who has the best connection with him and has the ability to lead the team. | Player | Age | Position | | Jorrit Hendrix | 31 | Midfield | | Dominique Heintz | 32 | Defender | | Matthias Zimmermann | 34 | Defender |

The future

Dusseldorf's future also depends on the decision on the new captain. The new leader must motivate the team and lead them to success. Dusseldorf wants to be successful again in the coming season and avoid relegation.