Mainz 05 gets Talent Schopp: A new central defender for the Bundesliga!

Mainz 05 gets Talent Schopp: A new central defender for the Bundesliga!

FSV Mainz 05 has made an interesting catch: the Austrian central defender Konstantin Schopp, 19 years old and 1.95 meters tall, changes from SK Sturm Graz to the Rheinhessen. The talented defender signed a four -year contract by June 30, 2029. The step into the Bundesliga could be an exciting challenge for Schopp, which he obviously concerns with a lot of anticipation and ambition.

Schopp did everything right last season. He was not only an integral part of the second team of Sturm Graz, where he played 25 games in Austria's second highest league, but also celebrated his debuts in the Austrian Bundesliga, in the Champions League and for the U21 national team. He has established himself as a promising talent that has the potential to gain a foothold in the highest division. According to Niko Bungert, the sports director of Mainz 05, Schopp has the necessary physical and football facilities to develop and have a positive impact on the team, such as bundesliga.com reported.

a talent from a football family

Konstantin Schopp is not only known for his sporting performance, but also because of his family background. He is the son of the former Austrian international Markus Schopp, who was active at Hamburger SV from 1996 to 1998 and played a total of 56 international matches. These connections to the football world could offer him additional know-how and motivation on his way in the Bundesliga in order to be able to assert himself in the professional league, such as [Zeit.de] (https://www.zeit.de/news/2025-05/31/fsv-mainz-05- mandatory- Konstantin-schopp-von-sturm-graz) notes.

After signing the contract, Schopp is nominated directly for the upcoming test games of the Austrian U21. On June 6th there is a match against Latvia and another against Hungary on June 10th. These missions could help him further improve his shape and competition hardness while preparing for the new season in the Mewa Arena at the same time.

Schopp sees his future in Mainz

In his first statements after the transfer, the young player was full of optimism. He emphasizes the constructive conversations with those responsible for Mainz 05 and the clear development program that was promised to him. He is also looking forward to becoming part of a team that gives young talents the opportunity to develop and grow. Schopp knows about the high expectations of the fans and sprays to the coming season with anticipation.

With this obligation, Mainz 05 could have proven a good hand. It remains to be seen how Schopp will develop in the new environment. One thing is certain: the fans in Mainz can look forward to an exciting and talented central defender.