Paderborn looking for reinforcements: Change from Riemann is imminent!

SC Paderborn is planning winter transfers, including for goalkeeper Riemann, after defeat against Hertha BSC. Focus on play information & transfers.
SC Paderborn is planning winter transfers, including for goalkeeper Riemann, after defeat against Hertha BSC. Focus on play information & transfers. (Symbolbild/ANAG)

Paderborn looking for reinforcements: Change from Riemann is imminent!

The SC Paderborn faces an exciting phase of the squad reinforcement in the winter transfer window. According to Merkur is Manuel Riemann, currently in the goal of VfL Bochum, shortly before a change East Westphalia. The 36-year-old wants to play actively again and seems dissatisfied with his current role after he returned to training after a dispute, but cannot appear for the first team.

Riemann has impressive experiences from 98 Bundesliga and 236 second division games. VfL Bochum is ready not to put stones in his way to save salary costs. In view of the situation at SC Paderborn, which has fallen into eighth place after the 1-2 defeat against Hertha BSC, Riemann's obligation is considered crucial. With just three points behind the new leader Hamburger SV, a change to the squad planning could have a direct impact on the goals of the club this season.

Current situation after the game

In the game against Hertha BSC on January 19, 2025, which was not broadcast on free TV, coach Lukas Kwasniok and the team weakened. Paderborn had stunned the chance of a promotion zone, but the defeat made these hopes melt. Markus Schubert, the goalkeeper, fought bravely, but had no chance for both goals. Now it remains to be seen whether Riemann can be the solution to the defensive.

The SC Paderborn, who is tied with Hamburger SV in sixth place, has to try to find the road to success immediately. A victory could be crucial in order not to lose the connection to the upper table positions. The team will be asked to consolidate themselves as quickly as possible and to close any gaps in the team.

transfer balance and squad planning

The transfer balance of the 2nd Bundesliga shows a lively change of players this season. A total of 298 entrances were registered during the current season, while 278 players changed the club. The overall market values ​​vary strongly and significantly. According to Transfer market , the transfer expenditure was 38.585 million euros, while the income was 85.67 million euros.

  • Ø Age of access: 21.1 years
  • Ø market value of the additions: 23 million euros
  • Ø Age of the departures: 23.2 years
  • Ø market value of the departures: 26 million euros

The search for a new goalkeeper is a high priority for SC Paderborn, and Riemann, although in advanced football age, has a necessary experience. A final decision to switch to the Paderborn team is expected in the coming days, since the club wants to set the course for a successful second half of the season.

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