Overview
- He started at 17, played nearly the full match, and launched the move for Hasan Kurucay’s opener to help seal the victory over Elversberg.
- Sporting director Youri Mulder lauded the Knappenschmiede, crediting U19 coach Norbert Elgert’s work that converted Wallentowitz from a striker into an outside defender.
- Ron Schallenberg praised the youngster’s “super” debut, noting his repeated attacking runs on the right and ability to maintain a high tempo for 90 minutes.
- Head coach Miron Muslic offered a measured verdict, saying he was very satisfied but declining to add further hype.
- Local reporting says he is currently on an Anschluss‑Fördervertrag, with negotiations for a pro deal in progress and an initial Transfermarkt market value expected after the debut.