Overview

• Union Berlin confirmed the permanent transfer of 18-year-old Ukrainian youth international Dmytro Bogdanov from SG Dynamo Dresden.
• The club has outlined a dual development approach that will see Bogdanov train with the professional squad while accumulating competitive minutes with the U19s.
• Sporting director Horst Heldt praised Bogdanov’s physical strength and goal instinct and emphasised a cautious plan to introduce him gradually to senior men’s football.
• Bogdanov brings pedigree from Dynamo Kyiv’s academy and has already made six 3. Liga appearances for Dresden’s first team.
• The move reflects Union’s broader strategy of nurturing young talent through incremental progression to ensure readiness for Bundesliga competition.