Uhlsport Becomes New 1. FC Köln Kit Supplier
Aug 23, 2017, by Chris
Update #2: Köln officially announced that Uhlsport will become the kit supplier of the club from the 2018-19 season. The deal with uhlsport is a four-year deal and will run until 2022.
Köln Sign Four-Year Uhlsport Kit Deal
The Uhlsport Köln kit deal is reported to be worth around 3.5 million Euro / season
“1. FC Köln is not an off-the-rack club, so we also do not want off-the-rack club kits. In uhlsport we found a partner for the next four years that meets all of our requirements of quality, trust, and individuality,” said FC Managing Director Alexander Wehrle. “The representatives of uhlsport proved during the negotiations that they are fully committed to working with FC starting in 2018. We are excited about the prospect of working with a traditional German company.”
Melanie Steinhilber, Managing Director of uhlsport states: “In 1. FC Köln we were able to win a successful and well-known first division club as a partner. We particularly want to focus on the West-German market to increase our presence and brand awareness through this wonderful partnership with this first-division club. Specifically, we want to work closely together with 1. FC Köln on finding solutions and to support the club in projects such as the development of club kits. We are excited to work with the FC team.”
Update: After German newspaper Express three months ago reported that Erima will not continue as kit maker of Bundesliga club 1. FC Köln, the newspaper now received new information that Uhlsport will become the club's new jersey maker from the 2018-19 for four years. The Uhlsport Köln kit deal would be worth around 3.5 million Euro / season.
Uhlsport to Sign Four Year Köln Jersey Maker Deal to Become Club's Kit Maker from 2018-19
It is likely that the 2017-18 kits of German Bundesliga club 1. FC Köln will be the last made by Erima as the German sports manufacturer is unwilling to bid as much as much as the club requests.
Erima became Köln's kit supplier in 2011. Since then, the German club almost doubled their merchandise sales.
Kappa to Become New Köln Kit Maker?
Erima has been Cologne's kit supplier since 2011.
According to reports from German newspaper Express, 1. FC Köln requests up to 3 million Euro / season for a possible kit deal. The newspaper also reports that Kappa is the brand which will most likely become 1. FC Köln's new kit supplier. Other possible manufacturers are Umbro and Jako.
However, even though it seems unlikely that Erima is ready to bid as much, the small German manufacturer can math any offer in order to keep Köln's kit maker.
Would you like to see Kappa making 1. FC Köln's kits from the 2018-19 season? Share your thoughts in the comments below.
PSG to Wear Two Stars Only on Champions League Kits
Following their second consecutive UEFA Champions League triumph, Paris Saint-Germain will likely add two stars above their crest exclusively on their Champions League kits for the 2026-27 season. This info comes from PSG experts La Source Parisienne (@lasource75006).
The club has decided against featuring them on their Ligue 1 shirts. This decision "stems from a desire to maintain a clean kit aesthetic without an excess of patches, as well as a club mentality focused on securing future titles rather than resting on recent successes."
Barcelona 26-27 Away Kit Leaked - 8 Official Images
The Nike Barcelona 26-27 away kit has already been accidentally added to some online stores.
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The Hummel 1. FC Magdeburg 26-27 away jersey draws its design inspiration from the Magdeburger Handelshafen, paying tribute to the rich history of the city's historic trade harbor. It follows the release of the club's white and blue striped home kit in late June.
Xabi Alonso Wears Adidas Predator Precision Remake Boots in First Chelsea Training Session
Xabi Alonso has taken charge of his first training session as Chelsea manager ahead of the 26-27 season, and he did so wearing a classic pair of football boots. The Spanish manager was spotted at Cobham wearing an Adidas Predator Precision remake, bringing a touch of nostalgia to the pitch as the squad prepares for their upcoming pre-season friendlies later this month.
The Adidas Predator Precision originally launched in the year 2000 and is known for its iconic fold-over tongue and distinctive rubber grip elements. Alonso, who has a long-standing affinity for the Predator silo, opted for this modern remake of the classic boot for his managerial debut on the London club's training ground.
Thanks to Curve Curve for spotting the boots from Chelsea's official Instagram pictures.
Würzburg 26-27 Home Kit Released
The new Würzburger Kickers home kit was released yesterday. Made by Jako, the new Würzburger Kickers 26-27 home kit will be worn in the upcoming Regionalliga Bayern campaign.
The Würzburg 2026-2027 home kit has a modern design in different shades of red, with white for logos.
Tranmere Rovers 26-27 Home Kit Released
Made by Mills, the new Tranmere Rovers 26-27 home kit has been officially unveiled. Inspired by the club's local heritage, the new Tranmere 26-27 home shirt draws inspiration from "The Wirral Way" to celebrate the team's deep connection to the Wirral area.
The new Mills Tranmere Rovers FC 26-27 home jersey will be worn in the upcoming League Two campaign.
Halifax Town 26-27 Home, Away & Third Kits Released
The new FC Halifax Town 26-27 home kit has been officially released. Manufactured by Adidas, the kit will be worn by the Shaymen during the upcoming National League campaign.
The Adidas FC Halifax Town 26-27 home shirt is based on the standard Adidas Competition Tiro 26 teamwear kit, while the away ("Spain") and third (lime green) kits have been created with the Adidas Locker Room.
