Hoffenheim snaps up Swiss midfield star Avdullahu for €8 million

Hoffenheim snaps up Swiss midfield star Avdullahu for €8 million

TSG Hoffenheim has announced a promising signing: Leon Avdullahu, a talented 21-year-old midfielder, is moving from FC Basel to the team from Kraichgau. The transfer fee for the Switzerland U21 national player is a rumored 8 million euros. This was done by, among others Laola1 reported.

Avdullahu is known for his technical skills and strategic abilities in the defensive midfield. He has established himself as a regular at FC Basel, the reigning champions and cup winners, and has shown outstanding performances in a total of 71 competitive games. Last season was particularly remarkable for him: in the Swiss Super League he played 35 games, scored one goal, received nine yellow cards and one yellow-red card. This makes it clear that he plays an intense, aggressive defensive game, which makes him a valuable reinforcement for Hoffenheim. Andreas Schicker, Sports Director at Hoffenheim, also praises Avdullah's abilities and describes him as a huge talent.

The competition and the decision

However, the signing of Avdullahu was not without competition. VfL Wolfsburg and Borussia Mönchengladbach also showed interest in the midfielder. Nevertheless, Schicker managed to convince the 21-year-old to move to Hoffenheim. In his new role, Avdullahu could also compensate for the departure of Tom Bischof, who was more offensively focused.

Avdullahu not only won the Swiss championship and cup with FC Basel, but also offers great potential for the Swiss senior national team. He has already made 22 appearances for the Swiss U-national teams. The move to Hoffenheim could significantly increase his chances of being nominated for the top division of his national team.

The future of talent

With this commitment, TSG Hoffenheim has sent a clear signal that it is interested in the development of young talent. Avdullahu, who is also being compared to Granit Xhaka, could play a key role in the entire team and accompany his former club Basel, where he was under contract until 2028, to the more difficult league after the Bundesliga.

At a time when numerous Swiss talents are active in various European leagues, the question arises about the development of young players like Avdullahu. Many ensure excitement on the big stages of European football. Experience from the Bundesliga, where other talents like Gregor Kobel shine in Hoffenheim, shows that moving to the Bundesliga can have a positive effect on the careers of young players. Information about other Swiss talents in European football can be found at Watson.