Overview

• Topp proposed the temporary switch himself to regain competitive minutes after sparse first‑team use this season.
• In the U23 victory over VfB Lübeck, he created a goal and was heavily involved in attack despite not scoring.
• U23 coach Christian Brand lauded Topp’s professionalism, maturity and high potential following the performance.
• Within the senior squad he currently sits behind Marco Grüll, Justin Njinmah and Victor Boniface for attacking roles.
• Werder executive Peter Niemeyer says the club does not plan a winter loan, and Schalke are only observing with no talks reported.