Different Game Than Gala: Koen Must Catch Up for Union - Derrick Köhn Adapts to Union Berlin's Intense Style
Derrick Köhn, the 24-year-old defender, has joined Union Berlin from Galatasaray Istanbul. He's adapting to the club's intense style of play and faster pace, which is a significant change from his previous experience at Werder Bremen and Galatasaray Istanbul.
Köhn is working with the coaching team, led by Steffen Baumgart, to improve his endurance and tactical discipline. Baumgart, known for his high-intensity approach, has Köhn doing extra runs after training to enhance his stamina. So far, Köhn has started one game and been substituted on five times.
Köhn is also adjusting to Union's faster pace, which is quicker than what he experienced during his loan spell at Werder Bremen. To aid this transition, he's doing video analysis with the coaching team. Additionally, Köhn is exploring the possibility of switching his federation from Germany to Ghana for the 2026 World Cup.
Köhn is settling into his new role at Union Berlin, working hard to improve his endurance and adapt to the club's intense style of play. He hopes to take only a short break next summer, indicating his commitment to continuous improvement.
