Hertha Berlin faces Bayern Munich's youth academy graduate in their match commencing on Tuesday.
Maurice Krattenmacher, a 19-year-old promising talent from Bayern Munich, is set to join Hertha BSC on a one-year loan deal, effective from the 2025/26 season. This move is part of Bayern's strategic player development plan, aiming to provide Krattenmacher with consistent playing time and valuable experience in the 2. Bundesliga[1][2].
Several teams from the Bundesliga were reportedly interested in signing Krattenmacher, but he chose Hertha BSC[1][2]. The young midfielder had an impressive season-long loan at SSV Ulm, where he played 33 matches, scoring 3 goals and providing 8 assists. He was recalled early by Bayern and briefly involved in their Club World Cup squad before finalizing the Hertha deal[1][2].
Krattenmacher's role in Hertha's promotion plans is significant, as the club aims to rebuild and push for a Bundesliga return. Having been relegated in the 2023/24 season and failing to secure promotion in 2024/25, Hertha's management and head coach Stefan Leitl have outlined clear plans on how Krattenmacher’s dynamic playing style will contribute to the team’s ambitions[1][2].
Hertha does not have an option to buy Krattenmacher; Bayern retains full control over his future[2]. However, Bayern's sporting director Christoph Freund has highlighted that Krattenmacher is a talent with great potential and the right attitude, and they will closely monitor his development at Hertha, reassessing his future — whether that involves another loan at a higher level or integration into Bayern's first team[1][2].
Krattenmacher is expected to fill the creative void left by the departure of star player Ibrahim Maza to Bayer Leverkusen. He can play as a number 10 and a left winger, potentially replacing Michael Cuisance or Fabian Reese, who are currently used in those positions[1][2].
Krattenmacher's contract with Bayern Munich runs until the year 2027. Sandro Wagner, who is currently the coach of Augsburg, raved about Krattenmacher's talent when he coached him at Unterhaching, where Krattenmacher made his professional debut[1][2].
After passing medical examinations, Krattenmacher will train with Hertha BSC for the first time on Tuesday at 10 am. His signing with Hertha can be considered a small coup for the team, as several other clubs from the Bundesliga and the 2. Bundesliga were reportedly interested in signing him[1][2].
This move comes at an exciting time for Hertha BSC, as they look to rebuild and return to the top tier of German football. With Krattenmacher's talent and potential, coupled with Hertha's ambition and strategic plans, it's shaping up to be an intriguing season for the Berlin-based club.
Maurice Krattenmacher, the young midfielder from Bayern Munich, opted to join European-leagues competition Hertha BSC on loan for the 2025/26 season. His dynamic playing style is anticipated to bolster Hertha's ambition to reclaim their spot in the Bundesliga.
Besides several Bundesliga clubs, Krattenmacher's exceptional performance at SSV Ulm grabbed the attention of other European-leagues clubs, making his move to Hertha a significant one.
