Midfielder Yannik Engelhardt returns to SC Freiburg

SC Freiburg has secured the signing of central midfielder Yannik Engelhardt, bringing the 25-year-old back to the club from Italian Serie A side Como 1907. The Bundesliga team announced the transfer without disclosing specific contract details.

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The connection to SC has never been broken – both with players and with those responsible.

Engelhardt is no stranger to Freiburg, having played for their U23 team in the third division between 2021 and 2023. "The connection to SC has never been broken – both with players and with those responsible," Engelhardt stated. "It feels really good to be back in Freiburg, and I had a warm welcome."

Last season, Engelhardt was loaned out by Como to Freiburg's Bundesliga rival, Borussia Mönchengladbach. During his spell with Gladbach, he made 33 appearances across the Bundesliga and the DFB-Pokal. His move to Italy occurred in the summer of 2024, following his time with Fortuna Düsseldorf.

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It feels really good to be back in Freiburg, and I had a warm welcome.

Engelhardt is eager to contribute to Freiburg's ambitions. "The ambitions here are high, which I like, and I am hungry to get started," he added. His return is expected to strengthen Freiburg's midfield as they compete in the German top flight.

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The ambitions here are high, which I like, and I am hungry to get started.