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VfL Bochum signs Ösi-Kante
VfL Bochum has signed Michael Steinwender from Heart of Midlothian FC. The Austrian costs a transfer fee in the mid six-figure range.
Who is Michael Steinwender?
Steinwender is 26 years old and comes from Heart of Midlothian FC. He has signed a contract until 2029.
Why is Steinwender important for VfL Bochum?
Steinwender is versatile and can play both in the center and as a right defender. He played 35 competitive games last season and started 21 times.
What comes next?
The club has the big goal of performing better than in the previous season. Coach Uwe Rösler has thus gained another piece of the puzzle for the upcoming season. On Thursday at 10 am in the Ruhrstadion, VfL fans can watch the new team for the first time.
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| League | 2. Bundesliga |
| Position | 10th |
| Points | 36 |
| Games | 29 |
| Wins | 9 |
| Draws | 9 |
| Losses | 11 |
| Last game | Karlsruher SC 1-2 VfL Bochum (2026-05-17) |
