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Hertha BSC has secured its first external new signing of the summer transfer window, bringing in Austrian U21 international winger Oluwaseun Adewumi on a one-season loan from English second division club FC Burnley. The 21-year-old, who previously played for Cercle Brugge in Belgium where he scored 6 goals in 33 competitive matches, is under contract with Burnley until 2028. Hertha's sports director Benjamin Weber praised Adewumi's versatility, pace, and dynamism, noting he can play as a playmaker, second striker, or winger. The signing comes after 12 departures from the club, including key players like Tjark Ernst, Kennet Eichhorn, Fabian Reese, and Michael Cuisance. Adewumi expressed excitement about joining the traditional club and its fans, aiming to settle in quickly and contribute immediately.
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Hertha BSC has completed its first external signing of the summer transfer window. After 12 departures—including Tjark Ernst (23, to Rotterdam), Kennet Eichhorn (16, to Leverkusen), Fabian Reese (28, to Wolfsburg), and Michael Cuisance (26, to Lens)—the club has secured a new attacking option.
The club has signed Austrian U21 international Oluwaseun Adewumi (21) on a one-season loan from English second-division side FC Burnley. The rapid offensive player most recently played in Belgium for Cercle Brugge, where he scored six goals in 33 competitive matches. Adewumi is under contract at Burnley until 2028.
Club Statement
Hertha Sports Director Benjamin Weber said:
"We are delighted that we were able to win Oluwaseun for us. Despite his young age, he has already gained experience in various competitions and can fill several roles and positions in attack. He will do our game good with his versatility, his pace and his dynamism."
Player Profile
Adewumi is considered a dynamic winger and attacker. His key strengths include:
- High speed
- Two-footedness
- Dribbling strength in one-on-one situations
- Physical robustness
He is capable of playing as a playmaker, second striker, or winger—positions where Hertha has significant need following the recent departures.
Player's Reaction
Adewumi commented on the move:
"I am really looking forward to playing for a traditional club like Hertha and its fans. Now I want to quickly settle into the team so I can help right away."
Oluwaseun Adewumi (21) is considered a fast and strong dribbler. Photo: Getty Images
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Hertha BSC Signs First New Player: Winger Oluwaseun Adewumi on Loan from Burnley