German football news: Five Bundesliga players that stood out this season
The Bundesliga has once again seen some impressive performances this season and a few surprises along the way.
Sports News Blitz writer Annika Böttcher highlights five players who have made an impact in the current season.
Omar Marmoush (Eintracht Frankfurt)
Omar Marmoush made a stunning start to the Bundesliga season with Eintracht Frankfurt.
In just 17 league games, the Egyptian forward scored 15 goals and provided 10 assists, quickly becoming one of the most exciting players in Germany.
His dynamic style caught the attention of Europe’s elite.
Manchester City acted fast, signing Marmoush shortly before the end of the winter transfer window for around £70 million.
Despite leaving in January, Marmoush still ranks as the sixth-highest scorer in the Bundesliga, a sign of just how impactful he was during the first half of the season.
Michael Olise (Bayern Munich)
When Bayern Munich signed Michael Olise from Crystal Palace in the summer, few could have predicted the impact he would make.
Alongside Harry Kane, Olise has been one of the key players in Bayern Munich's campaign for the German championship this season.
The 26-year-old has been involved in 28 goals, scoring 15 and providing 13 assists.
His 66 crosses made him a constant threat, and he leads the Bundesliga for most involvement in shots on goal.
His importance to the team is clear: he’s the only Bayern player to feature in every league match, underlining how important he’s become to their success.
Jonathan Burkhardt (Mainz 05)
Jonathan Burkardt has been one of the standout players in the Bundesliga this season.
The 24-year-old striker has scored 17 goals and added three assists in 28 games, playing a major role in Mainz 05’s fight for a Europa League spot.
Even more impressive, he hasn’t picked up a single yellow or red card all season.
Burkardt’s performances have attracted interest from top clubs.
Bayern Munich, Bayer Leverkusen, AC Milan, and several Premier League sides are all keeping a close eye on him.
His market value has risen to around £30 million.
Alongside Nadiem Amiri, Burkardt has been a key figure in Mainz’s success, leading the attack with energy and consistency.
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Nick Woltemade (VfB Stuttgart)
Nick Woltemade made the move from Bremen to Stuttgart on a free transfer in the summer, and he’s quickly made his mark.
Beating out Deniz Undav and Ermedin Demirović for a starting spot, the 22-year-old striker has become a key player for VfB Stuttgart.
This season, Woltemade has netted 14 goals in the Bundesliga and added four more in the DFB Pokal, helping Stuttgart reach the final.
Despite his height, he stands out with his technical ability and agility, making him a dangerous forward.
His strong performances have caught the attention of Germany’s national team coach, Julian Nagelsmann, with Woltemade now a potential candidate for the 2026 World Cup.
Harry Kane (Bayern Munich)
When talking about Bundesliga stars, it’s impossible to ignore Harry Kane.
The England striker’s importance to Bayern Munich is unquestionable, and his stats speak for themselves.
Kane currently leads the Bundesliga scoring charts with 25 goals and has accumulated 36 goal contributions, the most in the league.
Despite some initial controversy over his high transfer fee, Kane has more than justified the investment this season.
His performances have been key in Bayern’s pursuit of the German championship, and his influence extends beyond the Bundesliga.
In the Champions League, Kane scored 11 goals in 13 matches, playing a crucial role before Bayern were eliminated in the quarter-finals.
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