Nurnberg opened its pre‑season at the Valznerweiher with fresh wingers and a possible shift to a 4‑3‑4 formation: Fynn Otto, Rayan Ghrieb and Can Moustfa are set to form the new wide duo, giving coach Miroslav Klose a clear tactical option. The 1. FC Nürnberg began training without naming a concrete season target, yet the arrivals hint at the intended direction.

Which signings shape the attack?

Striker Fynn Otto arrived from SC Verl, while Rayan Ghrieb joined from SC Magdeburg and Can Moustfa from Energie Cottbus. Otto scored 16 goals last season and became a free transfer after TSV 1860 München’s insolvency. Ghrieb and Moustfa are pure wide players – Ghrieb on the right, Moustfa on the left – potentially replacing the previous wing pair of Julian Justvan and Rafael Lubach.

How might Klose alter the system?

Last season Klose employed a 4‑2‑3‑1, with Justvan often lacking pace on the flank. Lubach, more of a central forward, adapted better in that role. With Ghrieb and Moustfa on the wings, Klose now has genuine wide men, making a switch to a more attacking 4‑3‑3 plausible. Such a system would widen play and increase pressure on opposing defenders.

What does this mean for the season’s ambitions?

The club finished the previous campaign in eighth place, just outside the promotion target. Klose stressed that “there’s still a bit of time to talk about it,” but the aim to improve is clear. The possible departure of captain Fabio Gruber and the uncertain future of Mohamed Ali Zoma show that squad planning is ongoing. Still, the new wing duo is expected to help avoid past mistakes and secure a stronger start.

Which risks remain?

Klose warned the team must not repeat the transfer errors of the prior year, when most of the squad was only confirmed after the window closed. Competition for places stays intense, and the newcomers need to gel quickly to prevent a shaky season opener. The coach hopes the fresh players will immediately pressure opponents, but only the daily training grind will reveal if the plan works.