Wout Weghorst returns to Bundesliga with TSG Hoffenheim
Wout Weghorst Credit: Eoin Smith (ETPhotos)
TSG Hoffenheim welcomes back a familiar face to the Bundesliga - Dutch international Wout Weghorst.
TSG's managing director, Alexander Rosen, expressed his excitement: "This transfer can rightly be termed as both significant and extraordinary. It's a testament to Hoffenheim's charm that a player of Weghorst's caliber, despite having multiple options, chose us."
Rosen emphasized the club's careful selection process, stating, "We took our time to ensure we didn't just find a quick fix but the best possible solution. Wout's mentality, experience, and goal-scoring prowess perfectly fit the bill."
Sharing his perspective, Weghorst said, "The dedication of TSG's management in securing me was genuinely impressive. Their efforts made me feel incredibly valued, and I'm elated to join the club."
Determined to give back, he added, "I aim to translate this trust into stellar performances on the field and contribute to a successful season."
Bundesliga enthusiasts will recall Weghorst's stint at VfL Wolfsburg from 2018 to 2022. The 6'6" striker scored 59 goals in 118 Bundesliga matches.
Since joining Burnley in January 2022, the striker has gone on loan to Besiktas, where he netted eight times in just 16 appearances and most recently to Manchester United.
Representing the Dutch national team since March 2018, he has clocked 23 appearances and has found the net five times.
