Sport Bild: Doan and Uzun could leave Eintracht Frankfurt this summer
Ritsu Doan is seeking a summer departure from Eintracht Frankfurt, with the club also potentially open to selling Can Uzun, according to a report from Sport Bild. The German publication states that discontent under manager Albert Riera could lead to a significant reshuffle of the Bundesliga side's attacking options ahead of the new season.
The report claims that Doan's representatives are actively exploring potential exit routes for the Japanese international. The 27-year-old winger is said to feel a "lack of appreciation both as a person and a player" since Riera's arrival at the club last summer. This dissatisfaction culminated in Doan spending the entire recent 3-1 defeat to RB Leipzig on the bench, a clear indication of his diminished status within the squad.
Doan joined Eintracht Frankfurt from Freiburg in the summer of 2024 for a fee in the region of €13 million, bringing with him a reputation as a dynamic and creative wide player. His first season at Deutsche Bank Park, however, has been inconsistent, with the player struggling to secure a regular starting berth under the new coaching regime. His potential departure would represent a swift and costly misstep in the club's transfer strategy.
In a parallel development, Sport Bild indicates that the situation regarding teenage talent Can Uzun is also deteriorating. The 20-year-old attacking midfielder, who joined from 1. FC Nürnberg with considerable fanfare, has seen his playing time severely limited under Riera and has been the subject of public criticism from the Spanish coach. With their relationship described as "extremely strained," the club's hierarchy is now reportedly prepared to consider offers below €50 million for the highly-rated youngster.
The potential exits of both Doan and Uzun would signal a significant shift in Eintracht's project and raise questions about Riera's long-term planning. Losing two attacking players of their profile in one window would necessitate a substantial reinvestment into the squad. For Doan, a move would represent a chance to reboot his club career after a frustrating season, while for Uzun, a departure would be a stark admission that his development path at Frankfurt has stalled prematurely. The club has not commented on the report, which outlines a scenario that could define a pivotal summer for the Eagles.
