Eintracht Frankfurt began the Bundesliga season with a frustrating 3-3 draw at Union Berlin, surrendering a two-goal lead late on to take just one point from their opening fixture. The result itself was disappointing enough, but it is the turbulence surrounding the club's leadership that has defined this week.

Reports from Bild claimed sporting director Markus Krösche could leave as early as September, with the club's supervisory board set to meet on Wednesday. The story described a fractured relationship between Krösche and head coach Adi Hütter, and cited concerns over a slow, chaotic transfer window. Frankfurt's president Mathias Beck pushed back firmly, telling kicker that Krösche holds a contract until 2028, reaffirmed his commitment two months ago, and that there is "no reason to speculate" about his future. Kicker also reported that multiple senior figures inside the club expressed genuine surprise at the separation rumours, with some describing them as "stink bombs" designed to cause unrest.

The transfer window has added to the pressure. New goalkeeper Noah Atubolu arrived on loan from Freiburg, with a purchase obligation of around 12.5 to 13 million euros, after Hütter lost confidence in Kaua Santos following a 0-7 pre-season defeat to Brentford. Midfielder Hugo Larsson is in talks with Premier League clubs, including Crystal Palace, in a deal that could bring around 25 million euros. Ritsu Doan is reportedly close to joining Al-Ittihad for approximately 18 million euros, a move described as increasingly likely. Striker Elye Wahi, signed for 26 million euros in January 2025, has been loaned back to Nice after failing to establish himself.

Frankfurt host Augsburg at Deutsche Bank Park on September 6, a home fixture that now carries real weight given the unsettled atmosphere around the club.