Cologne - While the Bundesliga's many stars continue to build up their fitness levels ahead of the new season, clubs up and down the country are working tirelessly behind the scenes to strengthen their playing staff in time for the big kick-off in August.

How they fared in 2014/15...

Over the next few weeks, bundesliga.com will be taking a closer look at each of the 18 top flight clubs’ summer transfer dealings so far, starting with the Bundesliga's 54th all-time member FC Ingolstadt 04...

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Ingolstadt romped to a maiden Bundesliga 2 title in 2014/15, remaining top of the table from Matchday 8 onwards. Die Schanzer's success was built upon a solid defensive unit, the engine room of Roger and Alfredo Morales combined with the artistry of Pascal Groß in midfield and a versatile attacking trio who shared out the goals. Australian international Mathew Leckie struck on seven occasions, while Stefan Lex and Lukas Hinterseer both netted nine times. As Marvin Matip summed up so eloquently after Ralph Hasenhüttl's side sealed the league title on Matchday 33: "We're in the Bundesliga - it's going to be amazing!"

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