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Union Berlin set to acquire defending champion Köhn from Galatasaray

Union Berlin's defense had strengthened prior to the commencement of the Bundesliga, with defender Köhn joining the team with Bundesliga experience.

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2025 September 4 . 12:48 PM

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Union Berlin set to acquire reigning titleholder Köhn from Galatasaray

Union Berlin set to acquire defending champion Köhn from Galatasaray

Derrick Köhn, the versatile defender, has joined 1.FC Union Berlin for the upcoming Bundesliga season, marking his return to the German top-flight after a stint in Turkey with Galatasaray Istanbul. The 26-year-old has signed a four-year contract with the Berlin-based club, with a transfer fee of €4 million plus a potential €500,000 bonus, and an additional 20% resale fee included for Galatasaray [1][2].

Köhn's Bundesliga experience is expected to be a valuable asset for Union Berlin, as he demonstrated his prowess during his loan spell at Werder Bremen, where he made 30 appearances, scoring twice and providing two assists in the previous season [3]. Horst Heldt, the managing director of 1.FC Union Berlin, praised Köhn's flexibility and offensive drive, stating that these qualities open up additional options for the team on the left side.

Born and raised in the Netherlands, Köhn's professional career began in his home country before moving to Germany. He spent time in the youth academies of HSV and FC Bayern Munich, and his first professional station was in the Netherlands [6]. Köhn has also played for Hannover 96, although the duration of his tenure there is not specified in the text. From 2020 to 2022, he played for Willem II Tilburg in the Netherlands [1].

In February 2024, Köhn moved to Galatasaray Istanbul, but after 27 games and two goals, he returned to Werder Bremen on loan [1][5]. Köhn is a left-footed defender who is primarily a left-back but is also capable of playing further up the pitch [3][5].

In his career, Köhn has played a total of 80 games and scored 10 goals [6]. Union Berlin is hoping to utilise his pace, versatility, and prior top-flight experience as they aim to make a strong showing in the Bundesliga [1][3][4].