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Striker Haris Tabakovic moves from Hoffenheim to Salzburg

From Der Standard · () German

Translated from German, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Striker Haris Tabakovic has officially transferred from TSG Hoffenheim to Red Bull Salzburg, signing a contract until 2029.
  • The 32-year-old Bosnian forward returns to the Austrian Bundesliga after previous stints with Austria Lustenau and Wiener Austria.
  • Tabakovic also had a brief loan spell at Borussia Mönchengladbach and made a single appearance at the World Cup.

Striker Haris Tabakovic is set to play in the Austrian Bundesliga once again after completing a transfer from German club TSG Hoffenheim to Red Bull Salzburg. Both clubs confirmed the move on Saturday, announcing that the 32-year-old Bosnian forward has signed a three-year contract with Salzburg, keeping him at the club until 2029.

Tabakovic brings a wealth of experience to Salzburg, having previously played in Austria for Austria Lustenau and Wiener Austria. His career also includes a loan spell at Borussia Mönchengladbach in Germany. The prolific goalscorer made a brief appearance during the recent World Cup, featuring in the round of 16 match against the USA, which ended in a 0-2 defeat.

His move to Salzburg marks a return to a league where he has previously demonstrated his scoring prowess. The club's sports director, Marcus Mann, had previously stated his search for a player who could "immediately help us and knows where the goal is," suggesting Tabakovic is expected to make an immediate impact.

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