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Hartberg receive a record fee for the transfer of Tom Ritzy Hülsmann to Stade Reims. The 22-year-old goalkeeper moves to France, leaving a gap in Hartberg's squad.
What happened?
Tom Ritzy Hülsmann has decided to move to France and signed a contract with Stade Reims. The transfer is reportedly worth between 2.5 million and 3 million euros.
Why is this important for Hartberg?
The loss of Hülsmann leaves a gap in Hartberg's squad. The goalkeeper has made 30 Bundesliga appearances in the past season and kept a clean sheet nine times. His performances earned him the award for the best goalkeeper of the season.
What comes next?
Hartberg now need to find a replacement for the goalkeeper position. The club is already actively searching for a suitable replacement.
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Summer 2022 | Hülsmann moves from FC Bayern to Hartberg |
| 2023 | Hülsmann is voted the best goalkeeper of the season |
Current league standing
Hartberg are currently 6th in the Bundesliga, with 33 points from 22 games. The team has scored 29 goals and conceded 24, resulting in a positive goal difference of +5. Hartberg are 5 points behind league leaders Sturm Graz.
Quotes
„Ritzy has had an outstanding season and presented himself as a very complete goalkeeper. With his performances, he had a significant contribution to our qualification for the championship group. Of course, we would have liked to keep him in Hartberg, but he wants to take the next step in his career. This transfer once again shows the opportunities that players with strong performances in Hartberg can open up. We are already intensively searching for a suitable replacement for the important position in goal“, said Erich Korherr, chairman and managing director of Hartberg.
„I am very grateful to Hartberg for the past year. I was super well received from the first day and had the opportunity to develop myself enormously, both sportively and personally. Together, we experienced a special season that I will never forget. A big thank you to my teammates, the coaching team, the staff, and of course the fans for their support. Now I'm looking forward to the new challenge in Reims and will always remember Hartberg in very good memory. I wish the club all the best for the future“, added Hülsmann.
