One day before the transfer deadline, Daniel Elfadli joined LASK Linz on loan from the German Bundesliga club Hamburger SV. LASK are domestic double winners and Champions League participants. Elfadli is a 29-year-old German-Libyan defender with 3 caps and 1 goal for Libya, and he can play as a defensive midfielder or a central defender. The loan contract is valid until the summer of 2027. This move to Linz represents Elfadli's first time at a club abroad.
According to Sporting director Dino Buric, the new signing is a versatile defensive all-rounder who offers flexibility, has good build-up play, high game intelligence, and a mentality that fits the team very well. The player stated that he was seeking a new international experience and is convinced he can help the club. Elfadli joined Hamburger SV in July 2024 and has a current market value of €3.00m according to Transfermarkt.
