Overview

• Both clubs confirmed the permanent transfer on Tuesday, adding the defensive midfielder to Magdeburg’s 2. Bundesliga squad.
• Hoffenheim stated it retained a buy-back option in the agreement, and the clause amount was not disclosed.
• Transfermarkt reports the fee at about €1 million and the deal through 2028, topping the club’s previous record paid for Martijn Kaars.
• The Finland U21 international spent two seasons with Hoffenheim II and made 29 appearances on loan at SSV Ulm last season.
• Magdeburg’s sporting director and head coach praised his potential, ball security and set-piece impact, and HSV and Espanyol were also reported as interested.