VfL Osnabrück

The 2026/27 2. Bundesliga season is poised for a compelling promotion race, featuring relegated top-flight clubs and ambitious newcomers vying for a spot in Germany's elite league.

Serge Gnabry is intensely focused on his recovery from an adductor injury, eager to rejoin Bayern Munich and contribute goals after missing Germany's FIFA World Cup campaign.

Lukas Bornschein, a promising center-back from Hamburger SV's U21 squad, has completed a transfer to VfL Osnabrück, who recently secured promotion to the 2. Bundesliga. The move marks a significant step for the 21-year-old defender.