The man is said to have transferred almost $1,700 (€1,572) via a cryptocurrency exchange to the terrorist group Islamic State Province of Khorasan (ISPK).During a search of his house, investigators seized cell phones, data carriers, computers, and “suspicious recordings.”

He also reportedly unsuccessfully applied to work at Euro 2024-related events, according to DW.

German Interior Minister Nancy Faeser said the country was preparing for “all conceivable dangers.”

She cited threats such as terrorism and soccer hooliganis

The suspect allegedly supported an offshoot of the Islamic State.