Amani Mahmoud leaves Werder Bremen: move to Turbine Potsdam!

Amani Mahmoud leaves Werder Bremen: move to Turbine Potsdam!

A fresh wind is blowing over the women of SV Werder Bremen. Amani Mahmoud, the talented midfielder, is leaving the club after only six months and moving to 1. FFC Turbine Potsdam in the 2nd league. The official announcement was made recently and shows that the change has been well thought out strategically. Birte Brüggemann, the head of women's football at Werder, emphasizes that Mahmoud needs a new challenge due to her potential and the possibility of regular playing time. The 19-year-old made three Bundesliga appearances for the Green-Whites last season and was previously part of the Werder youth team since the U15s. She expresses gratitude for her time in Bremen and for the trust that was placed in her. “Moving to Turbine Potsdam is a good step for me,” said Mahmoud.

But that's not the only change that Werder Bremen announced. Johanna Wende is also leaving the club after her contract in Deichstube was terminated. Wende has been part of the team for a year and was able to look back on 13 appearances in the regional league last season. These decisions are part of a larger upheaval within the club, which consists not only of departures but also of contract extensions.

Contract extensions and new additions

Amid the departures, there is also positive news. Amira Dahl and Melina Kunkel were able to extend their contracts with Werder Bremen, although Dahl was only used sporadically last season and Kunkel had to take a break due to injury. Maja Sternad, now a senior national player for Slovenia, is also staying with the Greens. Another highlight is the signing of Chiara D’Angelo from SKN St. Pölten, who will further increase the competition in the midfield.

In addition to this news, those responsible are pleased about the return of Michelle Weiß, who is returning to Werder after a year at TSG Hoffenheim. Lina Hausicke has also extended her contract for the long term. Juliane Wirtz and Reena Wichmann, who has over 100 Bundesliga games under her belt, will remain with the team. Important personnel decisions that are intended to ensure stability and success in the future.

Departures and new challenges

There are also some interesting names among the departures. Sofja Nesterova is leaving Werder after just four months, while Catalina Perez is leaving the Green Blacks behind after two years. Vanessa Fischer is hired as the new goalkeeper to close the gap. The return of Michelle Ulbrich, who is returning to Werder Bremen from FC Bayern Munich, also brings a breath of fresh air into the team. It remains to be seen how the new composition of the team will affect the games in the new season.

Overall, Werder Bremen is facing an exciting season with flashes of both change and opportunity. With the new commitments and the extended contracts, the club has invested well for the challenges ahead.