Sturm Graz has already confirmed five permanent signings for the summer of 2026: Kelechi Nnamdi from First Vienna FC, Jeyland Mitchell from Feyenoord with a purchase option, Simon Seidl from Blau‑Weiß Linz, Jürgen Heil and Ammar Helac from Hartberg, and Petar Petrovic from Serbian side FK Javor‑Matis Ivanjica.

Which players are joining Sturm Graz?

The new arrivals cover several positions. Nnamdi, a quick winger, is expected to widen the attack. Mitchell, a versatile forward, arrives with an option to buy if he performs. Seidl, a solid centre‑back, bolsters the defence, while Heil and Helac, both midfielders, add creativity in the middle of the park. Petrovic, a Serbian attacker, rounds out the offensive options.

Who is leaving the club?

Long‑time servant Emir Karic moves to Sporting Kansas City in the United States. Kristjan Bendra heads to Olimpija Ljubljana, Dimitri Lavalee joins Standard Liège, Matteo Bignetti signs for 1. FC Saarbrücken and Stefan Hierländer retires. Additionally, Jusuf Gazibegovic is loaned to 1. FC Köln and Rory Wilson to Aston Villa.

What rumors are circulating?

Sturm Graz is linked with several potential signings. Jakub Krzyzanowski from Wisła Krakau, Maximilian Hennig from FC Bayern Munich and Jamie Lawrence from WSG Tirol are mentioned as possible arrivals. Luke Graham of Dundee FC, Giorgi Gvasalia from Dinamo Tiflis and Essiën Bassey from PSV Eindhoven also appear in speculation. Conversely, Luca Weinhandl may depart, while Daniil Khudyakov could return to Spartak Moscow.

How will this affect the upcoming season?

The fresh faces give Sturm Graz greater squad depth and allow tactical flexibility. Coach Christian Ilzer can now switch between formations without relying heavily on a single player. At the same time, the team must fill the void left by Karic, especially in defensive midfield. The next weeks in the summer market will reveal whether the rumors materialise and if Sturm Graz can hit its Bundesliga 2026/27 targets.