Simon Pytlick Transfer: Füchse Berlin Pursue Handball Star, Potential Record Deal in Sight
Berlin, Germany – March 24, 2026 – Füchse Berlin is aggressively pursuing Danish handball star Simon Pytlick, potentially triggering a record-breaking transfer within the Handball-Bundesliga (HBL). While Pytlick’s move from SG Flensburg-Handewitt isn’t scheduled until 2027, both the player and the Berlin club are exploring options to expedite the transfer, despite contractual obligations.
Pytlick Expresses Desire for Immediate Move
The push for an early transfer gained momentum after Pytlick voiced concerns regarding the management at SG Flensburg-Handewitt in an interview with Danish broadcaster TV 2. He indicated a strong preference to join Füchse Berlin sooner than the agreed-upon 2027 date. Despite having a contract with Flensburg until 2027, Pytlick’s desire to move quickly presents a challenge for both clubs.
Potential Record-Breaking Transfer Fee
To facilitate an immediate transfer, Füchse Berlin would need to negotiate a transfer fee with SG Flensburg-Handewitt. Reports suggest a fee between one million and 1.5 million euros is likely. Goal.com reports that this would shatter the current HBL record for a transfer between two domestic clubs, which stands at approximately 500,000 euros.
Hanning’s Cautious Approach
Füchse Berlin managing director Bob Hanning has acknowledged the club’s interest in securing Pytlick’s services sooner, but remains cautious. According to Bild, Hanning stated the club respects Pytlick’s existing contract with Flensburg and will not proactively initiate transfer negotiations. He also acknowledged the player’s wishes and the potential benefits of an earlier arrival.
Flensburg’s Response
SG Flensburg-Handewitt’s managing director, Holger Glandorf, aims to de-escalate the situation. As reported by Bild, Glandorf intends to discuss the matter with Pytlick upon the return of national team players and remains committed to honoring the existing contract until 2027.
Füchse Berlin’s Ambitions
Füchse Berlin, the 2025 German champions, are building a formidable team, including current World and European Champion Mathias Gidsel and Dika Mem, slated to join from FC Barcelona in 2027. Adding Pytlick to this roster would significantly bolster their chances of competing for both domestic and Champions League titles. Handball-Planet.com highlights Hanning’s long-term vision for sustained success.
Historical Context: Handball Transfer Records
The potential transfer fee for Pytlick would approach the world record for a handball transfer, currently held by Paris Saint-Germain’s acquisition of Nikola Karabatic from FC Barcelona in 2015 for two million euros.
The situation remains fluid, with negotiations likely to intensify in the coming weeks. The outcome will depend on the willingness of both clubs to compromise and the financial terms they can agree upon.