SV Waldhof Mannheim signs 18‑year‑old defender Moritz Polte

SV Waldhof Mannheim announced the signing of 18‑year‑old centre‑back Moritz Polte from BFC Dynamo. The 1.95 m defender, a product of Berlin’s youth system and former Union Berlin academy player, made 39–40 Regionalliga appearances, scoring two to three goals, before moving to Mannheim. Club officials highlighted his early debut at 17, his physical strength and the interest he attracted from clubs in higher divisions, noting that Polte “wanted absolutely to join Waldhof.” Gerhard Zuber, Waldhof’s sport‑director, said the club “is very happy that he chose us” and Mathias Schober, sport‑director, added that the team “has long analysed his potential and sees many exciting attributes that will help us.” Polte expressed motivation, stating, “I am very motivated to prove myself here at SV Waldhof.” The transfer is presented as a strategic addition to the club’s defensive line for the upcoming season.