Michelle Weiß returns: Werder Bremen strengthens defense with new signing!

Michelle Weiß returns: Werder Bremen strengthens defense with new signing!

What exciting news from the world of women's football! Michelle Weiß, the talented 24-year-old defender, is returning to SV Werder Bremen after a year at TSG Hoffenheim. Last season she played in a total of ten games for Hoffenheim, including eight Bundesliga and two cup games. This return is a real stroke of luck for the Bremen team, who, with the move, are gaining back an experienced player who already wore the green and white jersey from 2021 to 2024. Deichstube reports that Weiß was also active in his youth for various clubs, including FC Bayern Munich II as well as SV Alberweiler and SV Oberzell. She also made a total of ten appearances for the German U16, U17 and U19 national teams.

Werder coach Florian Brüggemann was extremely pleased with Michelle's return and confirmed that her wish to terminate her contract early at Hoffenheim had been successfully fulfilled. In a personal exchange with Fritzy Kromp, positive discussions about the team's common goals and future direction have already developed. Michelle herself said she was happy about her new start in Bremen and watched the team's last season with pride, she said Werder.de.

New arrivals and departures at a glance

But the return of Michelle Weiß is not the only significant change at Werder Bremen. The club management has shown a good hand, as there are also numerous other transfers to report. Medina Desic is moving from 1. FC Nürnberg to Werder and scored an impressive 20 goals in 23 games in the second women's Bundesliga last season. The fans are also pleased that Lina Hausicke has extended her contract for the long term.
However, there are also some departures: Sofja Nesterova is leaving the club after just four months and her contract will not be renewed. Catalina Perez, who fought bravely after two serious injuries, is also leaving the club. Vanessa Fischer from Turbine Potsdam is already ready as her successor. Another new addition is Michelle Ulbrich, who returns from FC Bayern Munich after the purchase option was not activated. 90min added, that all three goalkeepers have left the club, which makes the situation between the posts even more exciting.

Reena Wichmann, who has extended her contract with Werder Bremen and has now played 152 competitive games for the club, is also a positive newsmaker. Rieke Dieckmann was also critical of extending her contract and was in the starting line-up in 15 of 18 league games, which contributed to her reaching the DFB Cup final. These players are the backbone of the Bremen team and will play a crucial role in the coming season.

An exciting season is just around the corner for the team. Precisely adapting to the changes and setting the right course will be the key to success. The fans are excited to see how the team will develop and further transfers could be pending to increase the squad density.