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Werder Bremen Secure New Contract for Young Defender Karim Coulibaly
Werder Bremen have agreed on a new contract with German defender Karim Coulibaly. This is an important move for both the player and the club.
WHAT HAPPENED?
The Bundesliga club has reached terms with Coulibaly, who will sign a contract until 2027. The 18-year-old has come through Werder Bremen‘s youth teams and played a lot for Werder Bremen II. Known for his size and defensive skills, Coulibaly has a rating of 59 and a potential of 79 in recent football data, highlighting his potential.
WHAT IT MEANS FOR WERDER BREMEN
Werder Bremen ended the 2024–25 Bundesliga season in mid-table, avoiding dropping down but not reaching European spots. Signing Coulibaly to a long contract matches the club’s plan to grow young talent. Wearing jersey number 41 last season, Coulibaly is expected to join the first team soon as the club wants to improve their defense before the new season.
LOOKING FORWARD
Bremen’s decision to give Coulibaly a professional contract shows their trust in him. As the team gets ready for their first Bundesliga game next month, Coulibaly might appear in preseason games and get more chances in coming matches. The club wants him to keep improving and start playing more in senior matches. With Werder wanting to move up the Bundesliga table, Coulibaly and other young players will have more chances next season.