The Grazer AK (GAK) has solidified its roster with a double acquisition, while LASK has also confirmed a fresh addition to its squad. GAK has secured Leon Klassen on a three-year contract and finalized the permanent transfer of a key player who previously featured for the club on loan, according to recent club announcements and reports from Austrian media.
GAK Bolsters Defense with Leon Klassen
Grazer AK 1902 has officially confirmed the signing of Leon Klassen, who joins the club on a three-year deal. Klassen, an ÖFB youth international, arrives at the club following a stint with a Serie A club.

Permanent Additions and Returning Talent
In addition to the signing of Klassen, GAK has successfully converted a loan agreement into a permanent transfer for a core player who served as a key contributor. Local reports indicate that the player, often described as a "dynamiker" or dynamic force on the pitch, has officially returned to the fold on a permanent basis.
The club has also bolstered its ranks with another promising talent, an Austrian youth international previously attached to a Serie A club.
LASK Strengthens Competitive Depth
While GAK has been active in shoring up its options, LASK has simultaneously acted to reinforce its own squad with a new arrival. The club has added a fresh face to its roster.
Strategic Implications for the Austrian Bundesliga
These transfers arrive at a critical juncture in the pre-season calendar.
As the league prepares for the opening round of fixtures, the ability of these new arrivals to integrate quickly into their respective tactical systems will be the primary indicator of success for both clubs.
Fans can follow the club’s official channels for further updates as the team prepares for the upcoming match schedule. The next confirmed checkpoint for these squads will be their respective pre-season friendly fixtures, which serve as the final evaluation phase before the official Bundesliga season kicks off.
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