Ahmet Arslan, a 31-year-old Turkish-German attacking midfielder, is leaving Rot-Weiss Essen with immediate effect and will play abroad for the first time. Arslan approached club officials with a desire to move after what were described as always open exchanges. Essen has complied with the player's request for what was described as a sporting change. Arslan was under contract in Essen until the summer. Arslan will now play for the Australian first division club Sydney FC, which has officially introduced him. In the 25/26 season for his former club in the 3. Liga, Arslan made 19 appearances, scoring 4 goals and providing 2 assists. His current market value is €350k, according to Transfermarkt.