Sturm Graz hires storm talent Axel Kayombo for two million euros!

Sturm Graz hires storm talent Axel Kayombo for two million euros!

Sturm Graz announced the first summer transfer for the fighting team today. The 19-year-old striker Axel Kayombo moves from FC Basel to Graz and has signed a long-term contract. According to the information from Krone, Sturm Kayombos secured services for a transfer fee of two million euros, information that the renowned transfer expert Fabrizio Romano also confirmed.

Kayombo had already posted two short missions for the first team in Basel in spring 2024, but before that he gained his experiences as a loan striker at the Swiss second division club Stade Lausanne-Oouch, where he scored nine goals last season. Michael Parensen, Managing Director of Sturm Graz, describes Kayombo as a promising offensive player who impresses with his pace, determination and final strength.

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In addition to Kayombo, Sturm Graz also hired Kristijan Bendra. The 19-year-old right-back most recently played at FC Liefering and is initially intended for Sturm's second team in the 2nd league. Bendra will thus become another talent in the squad of coach Christian Ilzer.

The Sturm Graz's transfer strategy shows that the association wants to invest in the future and want to develop young talents. Kayombo and Bendra could play significant roles in the coming seasons, especially with a view to strengthening the offensive and defensive series.

The way to success

Austrian football has to develop steadily in order to remain competitive internationally. According to Transfermarkt Sturm Graz is now one of the best -known clubs in the Austrian football landscape. Since its foundation in 1904, the association has achieved several successes in national and international competition. With the commitment of young talents such as Kayombo and Bendra, the club could even strive for new successes in the coming years.

The hopes now rest on a brilliant future for Sturm Graz, especially with the new players, the fresh wind could bring into the team. Fans and observers are excited to see how the team will develop next season.