Winter Transfer Moves: Elye Wahi Nears Loan to OGC Nizza, Dominik Kother Eyes Exit from Dynamo Dresden

As the winter transfer window heats up, German football clubs are witnessing significant player movements. Elye Wahi, who joined Eintracht Frankfurt during the winter of 2024 for 26 million euros, is reportedly close to a loan transfer to French side OGC Nizza. The loan deal is expected to include a fee of approximately one million euros. Despite a coaching change at Nizza—from Franck Haise to Claude Puel—the transfer process is anticipated to continue unhindered. Wahi's underwhelming performance at Eintracht Frankfurt has prompted the club to consider Arnauld Kalimuendo of Nottingham Forest as a potential replacement.

Meanwhile, Dynamo Dresden's left winger Dominik Kother is likely to leave the club amid dissatisfaction over playing time and recent exclusions from the starting lineup. At 25, Kother has attracted attention from two Austrian Bundesliga clubs, including Rapid Wien, a historically successful club currently seventh in their domestic league. Discussions are ongoing regarding a possible permanent transfer, which could involve a complete contract termination; Kother's current contract with Dynamo runs until 2027. Sporting director Sören Gonther has indicated openness to offers, as the club aims to restructure its squad and relieve financial burdens by offloading Kother's salary.

These developments indicate active adjustments in squad compositions, reflecting clubs' strategic aims midway through the season.