Swedish club AIK was one of several clubs interested in 22-year-old German right-back Julian Eitschberger. Italian Serie A newcomer AC Monza, Swiss top-flight club Lugano, Belgian side Kortrijk, Danish club Copenhagen, and teams from the 2. Bundesliga were also interested in the defender. It was reported that AC Monza submitted an offer to Hertha BSC slightly above the player's market value of €1 million, but the clubs did not reach an agreement. Despite the interest from multiple teams, Eitschberger signed a contract extension with Hertha until 2029. The defender has one cap for the Germany U21 national team. In the 2025/2026 season, Eitschberger made 25 appearances in the 2. Bundesliga, scoring 2 goals and providing 1 assist.