Defensive leader found? HSV chase Premier League defender | OneFootball

HSV want to sign up to four new players in the coming weeks. The current focus is on the defense.

Following the departure of Luka Vuskovic, the Rothosen are still looking to strengthen the center of their defense. A fairly prominent name in Germany now appears to be on their list.

According to information from the Hamburger Abendblatt, HSV are looking at Sebastiaan Bornauw. The 27-year-old Belgian is currently under contract with Leeds United and is considered one of several candidates for the vacant center-back position.

HSV target unhappy in England

Bornauw only moved to England from VfL Wolfsburg last summer for around six million euros. However, the former Belgium international has not managed to establish himself on a permanent basis with the newly promoted Premier League side. The 1.91-meter defender made just twelve competitive appearances in his first season in England. Since Bornauw wants to play regularly again, a move could now become an option. A loan deal with a subsequent option to buy is being discussed.

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For HSV, Bornauw could certainly be an intriguing solution. The club are looking for a defensive leader who brings experience, physical presence, and a certain quality in build-up play. That is exactly the profile Bornauw fits. He developed into a key player early on at 1. FC Köln and then took the next step in his career by moving to Wolfsburg, where he was a regular starter for several years.

Signing a new center-back is currently Hamburg’s top priority. Jordan Torunarigha, who has operated as the central defender in the back three in recent weeks, is expected to move back to the left side in the long term. In the center, however, they want a replacement for Vuskovic. Could that replacement be Sebastian Bornauw?

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