Karl Hein is close to completing a move to Bundesliga side Werder Bremen. Arsenal want a permanent sale but may settle on a loan with an obligation to buy.

Kicker reports on Werder Bremen's move to sign Karl Hein as the new backup goalkeeper. Werder Bremen is set to sign Karl Hein as the new backup goalkeeper. Hein, who is 23 years old, has played 39 international matches and was loaned to Real Valladolid last season where he played 31 matches. He has been with Arsenal since 2018. The transfer is facilitated by Per Mertesacker from Arsenal's youth department.

Karl Hein, a 23-year-old goalkeeper with 39 caps for Estonia, has reportedly been offered to Werder Bremen, as reported by Bild. Currently serving as the third-choice goalkeeper at Arsenal, Hein is seeking more playing time. He previously gained valuable experience during a loan period at Real Valladolid in Spain. With Werder Bremen needing a new goalkeeper after selling their first-choice keeper, Michael Zetterer, to Eintracht Frankfurt for five million euros, Hein is considered a more ambitious option compared to other candidates such as Alexander Schwolow. Werder's goalkeeper coach, Christian Vander, is conducting a close evaluation of Hein as part of their comprehensive search for a suitable replacement, under the leadership of manager Peter Niemeyer. Hein's contract with Arsenal is set to expire in June 2026, and his market value is estimated at €3 million by Transfermarkt. Several other clubs, including Real Madrid, Sevilla, and Rangers, have also been associated with interest in the player.