Ferdinand Gebert, a 20-year-old German goalkeeper, is moving from Southwest Regional League club Astoria Walldorf to 2. Bundesliga side Karlsruher SC. Gebert was developed in the youth academy of TSG Hoffenheim, and the transfer follows his very good performances. Karlsruher SC did not release any specific details about the contract. The Director of Professional Football, Timon Pauls, said the club is pleased to have signed a young, developing goalkeeper who they intend to gradually introduce to the professional sector. Pauls added that Gebert, alongside Hans Christian Bernat and Robin Himmelmann, provides the ideal setup for the goalkeeper position across all age groups for the upcoming season. Gebert stated that he greatly values the trust from the club's management, is highly motivated to continue his development at Karlsruher SC, and views the move as a great opportunity. His contract at Astoria Walldorf was set to expire on June 30, 2026. His current market value is €25k, according to Transfermarkt.