The transfer window closes on Monday. Rot-Weiss Essen could still be active, says RWE board member Alexander Rang on the subject.

Rot-Weiss Essen will face SV Wehen Wiesbaden in the 3rd division on Sunday evening. During the half-time break, RWE board member Alexander Rang answered questions from MagentaSport. Rang was very satisfied with the team’s performance in the first 45 minutes (1-0). Looking at the big picture, the board member was also able to send positive signals on the club’s 119th birthday.

“The economic situation is better than it has been for a long time. The stadium expansion is ready, and we will start work soon. The signs point to growth – that is our goal,” explained Rang.

Against the backdrop of the club’s history, Rang emphasized the need for a cautious approach. In Essen, there have always been phases in which more money was spent than was available.

“We have promised our members that we will operate from a commercially secure position. Step by step, so that we don’t get into financial difficulties. That’s how we operate in all areas,” said Rang.

With regard to the transfer window, which closes on Monday evening (8 p.m.), the Essen board does not want to rule anything out. What else could the squad handle, because Rang explained from his point of view: “We believe that we still have a way to go to reach the absolute top of the league. We’ll see how long we can maintain this level. But basically, we will take the right steps in the right direction.”

Whether that will happen this season or in the coming seasons remains to be seen. The only thing that is clear is that Essen could still make some moves on deadline day, both in terms of arrivals and departures. Rang: “Marc-Nicolai Pfeifer and Marcus Steegmanm will be active until the last minute.”

Ahmet Arslan, who has hardly played recently, remains a candidate for departure. Rang: “Ahmet Arslan is an important player, also for the dressing room. The team structure is absolutely intact. There is no need to do anything, but we will keep our eyes open until the end.”