Overview
- Bochum completed a flurry of end-of-window business that left the roster settled after about 39 incoming and outgoing moves.
- Charlie Patino arrived on loan from Deportivo A Coruña and Jarne Steuckers was added late as offensive options for the coach.
- The club signed right-back Sean Klaiber, reported to be a free transfer from Brøndby, to replace the long-term absence of Jean Manuel Mbom.
- Ibrahim Sissoko was sold and Mikkel Rakneberg was loaned out as part of moves to cut the wage bill and make space for reinforcements.
- The team has shown mixed form with poor home results but strong away performances, and manager Uwe Rösler is due to update the squad and Koji Miyoshi’s fitness ahead of the trip to Dynamo Dresden.