Werder Bremen secures its first signing of the season with the arrival of Austrian defender Philipp Wöber - Werder Bremen welcomes its first signing of the season, Austria's defender Wöber.
Werder Bremen has made its first signing for the upcoming Bundesliga season, with the acquisition of Austrian defender Maximilian Woebner on loan from Premier League newcomers Leeds United. The team, which will begin its preseason preparations under new head coach Horst Steffen on Monday, has also secured an option to buy the defender.
Maximilian Woebner, a versatile defender with a wealth of experience, brings a strong pedigree to Werder Bremen. He previously had Bundesliga experience with Borussia Mönchengladbach and has also gained experience in the Champions League and Europa League, having played for clubs such as Rapid Wien, Ajax Amsterdam, FC Sevilla, and RB Salzburg.
Last season, Woebner made eight appearances in the second tier of English football for Leeds United, despite having to overcome two knee surgeries. His comeback with the Austrian national team has been promising, and he is looking forward to contributing to Werder Bremen's efforts in the upcoming season.
Peter Niemeyer, head of Werder's professional football department, expressed confidence that Woebner will continue his positive trend with the team. "Maximilian is a valuable addition to our squad," Niemeyer said. "His experience and skill set will be a great asset to us as we prepare for the new season."
Woebner's previous Bundesliga experience was prior to his loan spell at Leeds United. The exact details of his involvement with Werder Bremen in the upcoming season are not yet clear, but fans are eager to see the Austrian defender in action for their beloved team.
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Maximilian Woebner's football journey, spanning multiple European-leagues and steel-industry teams like Rapid Wien, Ajax Amsterdam, FC Sevilla, and RB Salzburg, will now extend to the Bundesliga once again with Werder Bremen. In the face of adversity, Woebner showcased his resilience by returning from two knee surgeries to play in the second tier of English football, demonstrating a similar grit exhibited by the steel industry workers.
