Aberdeen FC's difficult start to the Premiership season and a new signing in goal are the main talking points around Pittodrie. The club sits 10th with just three points from four matches after a heavy midweek defeat.
The Dons are winless since an opening-day victory over Hearts. They have taken just three of a possible 24 points from their opening four fixtures, a run that includes a 3-0 loss to Celtic on Wednesday night. That result leaves them with a record of one win and three losses, having scored only two goals while conceding seven. The team's recent form reads LLLW, and they currently sit nine points behind league leaders Celtic.
Manager Stephen Robinson was given a full summer to reshape the squad but the early results have not matched pre-season optimism. Performances, including a defeat at Dundee, have caused early concern, with the team looking devoid of ideas in the final third.
Aberdeen have completed their 14th signing of the summer by bringing in German goalkeeper Daniel Klein. The 25-year-old was a free agent after leaving FC Augsburg and has signed for the Dons. Sporting director Lutz Pfannenstiel, who previously worked with Klein at Hoffenheim, recommended the player.
Robinson said that Klein will provide strong competition for current number one Marius Muller. "I believe he strengthens the goalkeeping department," the manager said. "He is a very experienced goalkeeper and good shot-stopper. He is very good with his feet, has good attributes and size." The manager confirmed the club is still looking at free agents to further bolster the squad.
Celtic secured a 3-0 victory over Aberdeen at Parkhead on Wednesday. Camilo Duran opened the scoring with a long-range strike in the 14th minute, with Benjamin Nygren and Yang Hyun-jun adding further goals before half-time. Celtic named a strong side, with captain Callum McGregor returning to the starting lineup.
Duran has been in impressive form, scoring six goals in five games for the champions. For Aberdeen, the defeat extended a tough run of early fixtures that has also included matches against Hearts and Rangers. The team's goal difference now stands at minus five.
The squad is dealing with several absences as they prepare for their next match. Key players Bradley Lyons, Emmanuel Gyamfi, Kristers Tobers, and Kusini Yengi are all currently sidelined. These injuries have limited Robinson's options during a period of high squad turnover.
Integrating new signings and managing these fitness issues will be a priority. Fans can check the latest availability updates on the club's official injuries page for confirmed news on return dates.
Aberdeen's next Premiership match is a home game against Celtic on December 19, 2026. Before that, they will look to build momentum in other competitions. The full schedule for the coming months is available on the club's fixtures page.
Their next match sees them face the league leaders, who currently sit first in the table.
