Kevin Pytlik departed from Viktoria Köln after spending half a year with the team and making eleven league appearances to join the Japanese third-division club, Sagamihara. This transfer was included in the club's efforts to adjust their squad. Pytlik's exit took place at the same time as the arrival of new player Tobias Eisenhuth, who was introduced on Thursday afternoon after his contract with Regensburg was terminated. These changes are part of Viktoria Köln's strategy to sustain strong league performance, as they aim to continue their successful season into its second half.