The change from ex-national player Philipp Max to Europa League winner Eintracht Frankfurt is perfect. The 29-year-old full-back from PSV Eindhoven will initially be loaned out until the end of the season, as the Hessians announced a few hours before the end of the transfer.
There is also a purchase option for Max afterwards.
“With Philipp Max we gain an experienced defender who makes us even more variable and flexible for the numerous demanding tasks in the second half of the season,” said sporting director Markus Krösche according to the club’s announcement.
The European Cup winner from Hesse is still represented in all three competitions and is fighting for another Champions League qualification in the Bundesliga. Max’s loan is also a reaction to junior Dina Ebimbe’s long absence after a syndesmosis rupture. He also plays on the flank.
“With his skills and as a person, he fits perfectly into our team and we are happy that we have the option of being able to retain him for the long term,” said Krösche. Sport1 had already reported on the upcoming transfer on Monday. Before moving to Eindhoven, Max had played for FC Augsburg for a number of years.
