That’s explosive: Hertha’s Frenchman and record buyer is moving to the city rivals in Berlin-Köpenick.
Lucas Tousart is moving from Bundesliga relegated Hertha BSC to Champions League participants 1. FC Union within Berlin. Both football clubs announced the transfer, which fans certainly regarded as explosive, at the same time.
“Union’s path and success in recent years are very remarkable and I’m looking forward to the new challenge,” said the 26-year-old Frenchman in the message from the Irons from Berlin-Köpenick and assured: “I assume that I can quickly settle into the club and contribute to Union’s success.”
At 25 million euros, Tousart was Hertha BSC’s record purchase so far. According to “Bild” information, Union is said to have only paid three million, but bonus money could still be added.
Ruhnert: “He will suit us perfectly”
Confirmed official information and further details about the contract did not exist from the parties involved. As usual, Union did not provide any information on the term of the contract. “A player of his quality is an asset for every team. He will suit us perfectly and we are delighted that he has chosen Union,” said Union Managing Director professional football men, Oliver Ruhnert, in the statement.
Hertha signed Tousart from Olympique Lyon in early 2020 but immediately loaned him back to the French club. From the summer of 2020, the midfielder wore the shirt of the crisis club from the west end. 96 competitive games, nine goals, five assists – that’s the balance. “Lucas always sacrificed himself for the jersey with the flag on the chest and always gave everything for the club, our team and the fans. That’s another reason why we have now agreed to his change request and would like to wish him all the best,” said Hertha’s sporting director Benjamin Weber .
The upcoming home games with Union in the Champions League should be particularly noteworthy for Tousart. Instead of in the stadium An der Alten Försterei, the Irons will play their game in the Olympic Stadium – the home ground of Hertha BSC.
Source: Stern
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