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Hountondji brings a breath of fresh air: St. Pauli on the hunt for goals!
FC St. Pauli signed Andréas Hountondji to compensate for the loss of top scorer Guilavogui and started the new season optimistically.
Hountondji brings a breath of fresh air: St. Pauli on the hunt for goals!
The start of the FC St. Pauli season is getting closer and the anticipation among fans and club supporters is increasing. After parting ways with top scorer Morgan Guilavogui, the club has high hopes for new signing Andréas Hountondji. The 22-year-old striker comes to the Hanseatic city on loan from Burnley FC and is considered a promising newcomer who will strengthen the team with his skills. Stpauli24 reports that the last test matches show positive developments and the team is well positioned for the coming season.
Hountondji, who stands over 6 feet tall, is praised for his speed and liveliness. He has already attracted attention as a national player for Benin and can look back on 14 international matches. Last season he was on loan at Standard Liège, where he made 18 appearances, scoring four goals and providing two assists. This gives rise to strong hopes that he can significantly revitalize FC St. Pauli's offensive power. Sports director Andreas Bornemann sees Hountondji as an interesting player who will enrich the team's attacking options. FC St Pauli emphasizes that the striker can finish precisely with both feet and can also be dangerous in the air.
A start full of anticipation
Head coach Alexander Blessin has also expressed his delight at Hountondji's signing. He emphasizes how important it is that Hountondji can run deep and enliven the team with his dynamic style of play. In a Bundesliga team that wants to score points with the Bundesliga quality of its players, Hountondji's physical presence is invaluable.
The departure of Guilavogui, a player who has been a key player for a long time, poses a challenge for the team. But Hountondji, with his impressive performances in the Belgian league and his domestic experience, is seen as a good deal. Fans are excited to see what the young striker will bring to the pitch next season. Transfer market reported on the lively discussion that his commitment triggered: “There’s something going on!”
With this promising news, the final preparations for the new season are now underway. Hountondji will certainly play a central role in the fight for the points and want to conquer the hearts of the fans. Good luck, St. Pauli!