A report from Bild states that Schalke 04, Werder Bremen, FC Augsburg, and Hamburger SV are among several clubs interested in Elias Baum, a 20-year-old German right-back and U21 international from Eintracht Frankfurt. The report also indicates that another loan for the 2024/25 season is not an option for the player or his club. The same report suggests that for a permanent transfer, the fee is expected to be between three and five million euros. Baum joined Frankfurt on October 26, 2023, and has a contract that runs until June 30, 2028. In the 2025/2026 Bundesliga season, he made 5 appearances and did not score a goal or provide an assist. Transfermarkt lists his current market value at €4.00m.