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FC St. Pauli Secures James Sands for Another Bundesliga Season

The midfielder’s loan from New York City FC has been extended after injury necessitated renegotiation, solidifying his role in the team’s defensive core.

Bleibt bei St. Pauli: James Sands
Nach dem Jubel über St. Paulis Klassenerhalt geht's um die Kaderplanung bei Sportchef Andreas Bornemann und Trainer Alexander Blessin (r.).
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Overview

  • FC St. Pauli has confirmed James Sands will remain on loan from New York City FC for the 2025 Bundesliga season.
  • An automatic extension clause in Sands’ initial loan deal was voided by a midseason ankle injury, requiring new negotiations between the clubs.
  • Sands completed his rehabilitation in Hamburg, signaling his commitment to the team and readiness for a full Bundesliga campaign.
  • Coach Alexander Blessin praised Sands’ tactical understanding, flexibility, and defensive skills as pivotal to the team’s stability.
  • The extension follows the signing of Polish right-back Arkadiusz Pyrka, with no other major transfers announced aside from Simon Zoller’s retirement.