Lasse Rieß Becomes Fortuna Düsseldorf's New Starting Goalkeeper
Fortuna Düsseldorf has secured Lasse Rieß (25) as the successor to departing goalkeeper Florian Kastenmeier. Rieß, on loan from Mainz without a purchase option but with a verbal agreement for extension if promotion succeeds, has impressed from day one with his ball-playing ability, command of high balls, and shot-stopping. In the arena premiere against Borussia Dortmund (2-1 win), Rieß was partly at fault for the goal but otherwise was a key factor in the victory. Coach Alexander Ende specifically sought a goalkeeper with Rieß's profile: good with both feet, strong on crosses, and willing to play as a sweeper behind the defensive line. Ende stated he hates goalkeepers who stay on the line and praised Rieß's courage. The only blemish so far was the Dortmund goal, where defender Elias Egouli failed to block the opponent, leaving Rieß exposed. Overall, Rieß is described as a 'true Fortuna giant' and a top replacement for Kastenmeier.
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