Nathan De Cat to start for Hoffenheim in Europa League opener

Nathan De Cat, the 18-year-old Belgian midfielder who recently transferred from RSC Anderlecht to TSG 1899 Hoffenheim for approximately 20 million euros, is set to receive a starting opportunity in the Europa League.

Following a period of limited playing time in the Bundesliga, where he has primarily appeared as a substitute in matches against FC Köln and Borussia Dortmund, De Cat will start for Hoffenheim in their European campaign opener against OFI Crete.

While his Bundesliga minutes have been sparse, including a full match on the bench against Stuttgart, he previously earned a starting position in a DFB-Pokal match against Erzgebirge Aue, where he provided an assist. This upcoming European fixture represents a significant chance for the record signing to establish himself on the pitch.