Overview

• Union Berlin announced on July 8, 2025 that it has extended Livan Burcu’s contract early without disclosing the new term’s length.
• The 20-year-old winger has returned to Köpenick after a season-long loan at 1. FC Magdeburg.
• In 32 appearances for Magdeburg during 2024/25, Burcu scored three goals and provided nine assists in the 2. Bundesliga.
• Sporting director Horst Heldt praised Burcu’s strong development and said he has demonstrated clear potential for top-flight competition.
• The extension illustrates Union Berlin’s model of assessing young talent through targeted loan spells and performance metrics.