Hertha BSC will need a new starting keeper for the upcoming 2. Bundesliga season. Tjark Ernst, the current first-choice, is leaving for Feyenoord Rotterdam, according to reports from the „Bild“-Zeitung. The 23-year-old will play in the Champions League. League standing: 7th in 2. Bundesliga, 0 pts.

What does this mean for Hertha BSC?

Ernst joined Hertha in 2022 and played 97 competitive matches. His contract ran until 2027, but financial pressure forced the club to sell. The transfer brings in several million euros. However, Hertha has yet to make any signings this summer.

Who could replace Ernst?

Marius Gersbeck, Tim Goller, and Konstantin Heide are on the roster but are considered backup options. Florian Kastenmeier, available for free after Fortuna Düsseldorf’s relegation, is the leading candidate for the starting spot.

What’s next?

Hertha must act quickly to fill the goalkeeper position. The next match is on October 31, 2026, away against 1. FC Kaiserslautern (6th in the table). Goals this season: 0 scored, 0 conceded (0 goal difference).