Aberdeen FC manager Stephen Robinson has discussed the club's transfer activity and a new goalkeeper signing, while former boss Barry Robson has secured a league title in Ireland. Robinson made his comments this week, as the Dons sit 10th in the Premiership with three points from four games.
Stephen Robinson confirmed Aberdeen's search for players is an ongoing process. The manager said the club has been extremely busy but does not believe the squad is the finished article after 14 summer signings. Robinson admitted it is virtually impossible to get everything he wants in a single window with so many outgoings. He said the work will continue as the team builds towards his vision. The manager's focus is now on the next match, with Aberdeen looking to improve on a recent run of form that reads LLLW.
Aberdeen have signed German goalkeeper Daniel Klein on a free transfer. The 25-year-old was available after leaving FC Augsburg and previously worked with Dons sporting director Lutz Pfannenstiel at Hoffenheim. Robinson said that Klein brings experience and good attributes to strengthen the goalkeeping department. The manager believes the new arrival will provide solid competition for current number one Marius Muller. Klein is described as a good shot-stopper who is also very capable with the ball at his feet.
Former Aberdeen interim manager Barry Robson has won the Irish First Division title with Cork City. Robson's side secured the league with six games to spare following a 1-1 draw at Bray Wanderers. Robson, who left Aberdeen in January 2024, took charge of Cork in January this year. He said he is incredibly proud of his players for turning things around after relegation and listening to everything he asked of them. The former Scotland international is now preparing his team for top-flight football in Ireland next season.
Aberdeen's immediate concern is their league position, sitting 10th with only one win from their opening four fixtures. They have scored just two goals while conceding seven, leaving them with a negative five goal difference. The team is already nine points behind early leaders Celtic in the title race. The squad is also dealing with several absentees, with Bradley Lyons, Emmanuel Gyamfi, Kristers Tobers, and Kusini Yengi all currently sidelined. Fans can check the latest availability on the club's injuries page. Robinson's men face a tough task to climb the standings after a difficult start.
Aberdeen's next Premiership fixture is an away match against St Johnstone on December 26th. St Johnstone currently sit 8th in the table, making this a key opportunity for the Dons to pick up points. The full schedule for the season is available on the fixtures page. Robinson will hope to have a fuller squad available for that match as he continues to integrate his many new signings. The manager has already used the squad page to track the changes in his playing group this summer.
