Dynamo Dresden is gearing up for the 2025 season at their winter training camp, held at the "never give up Football Center" near Antalya, Turkey. With fresh hopes for promotion, the team is focused on integrating new players and developing young talent. Their training regimen kicked off early, with players reporting for their first workout at 9 AM, kicking off physical preparations for the second half of the season.
The camp is significant for capturing the team’s dynamics as they prepare for upcoming challenges. Among the new arrivals is Dominik Kother, who transitioned from Jahn Regensburg. He remarked, "I had like the offer from Dynamo. It fit the playing system, and I quickly got excited about this endeavor here," as reported by BILD. Kother, now bringing additional flair to Dynamo's offense, is expected to play a pivotal role moving forward.
Chief Coach Thomas Stamm is eager to meld new recruits with experienced players during the training camp. "We will be integrating some younger players as well. They have earned it because of their great performances on their respective teams," he noted. The head coach's experience at SC Freiburg, known for its exceptional youth training programs, is poised to be beneficial for Dynamo as they strive to retain more homegrown talents.
This year’s camp not only serves as preparation for the remainder of the season but is also seen as an opportunity for young players to prove themselves. 16-year-old Quentin Enold from the U19 squad, alongside Friedrich Müller and Marlon Grafe, will be assessed for their potential contributions to the first team. Stamm expressed confidence, stating, "Young talents who have already belonged to the third division team typically play more often here. That’s the path we want to follow.”
The focus during the camp includes diverse tactical drills and fitness training held across several modules, as the team works diligently to build on its previous performances before the winter break. The session included various strength exercises, complemented by tactical video analysis, which allows players to understand their strategies and roles clearly. DynamoTV has also joined the team, capturing footage of the first day of the camp, giving fans insights behind the scenes.
With approximately twenty fit players required for practice and scrimmages, Dynamo Dresden’s strategic planning becomes imperative. The team will play two practice matches against Essen, scheduled for Saturday, where Stamm intends to finalize his squad's composition. That means young prospects will have their chance to shine under pressure, as the coach evaluates their readiness for potential professional involvement.
The emphasis on inclusion speaks to Stamm’s focus on maintaining continuity, aiming to keep homegrown players within the squad. "If we can establish consistent pathways and incorporate youth players, they are likely to remain because they see the prospects of becoming professionals here. Our conditions are excellent,” he highlighted. Yet he cautioned, "Youth players often grow impatient when they don’t receive immediate playing time and may seek opportunities elsewhere. I hope they consciously choose the Dynamo path and accept the challenges it brings, as these hurdles often contribute to their growth.”
The overall expectation throughout the camp is to reinforce the team's vision of success. By blending the new talent with established players and addressing areas of improvement, Dynamo Dresden is on the right path to securing more victories as they pursue second-division goals. Notably, this camp allows the team to build momentum, develop strategies, and implement lessons learned from previous matches to come out stronger.
The camp experience is not limited to the current roster. Former player Ahmet Arslan, who spent previous time with the squad before moving to Rot-Weiss Essen, is also training alongside the group, creating additional layers for match competitiveness. The excitement is palpable as Dynamo Dresden prepares to kick off their push for promotion with fresh ambition and hope.