Andreas Schicker, the Sporting Director of German Bundesliga club Hoffenheim, has explained the club’s decision to sign Gift Orban, despite already having a number of attackers in their squad.
Schicker said Orban’s unique qualities made him the ideal addition to their attacking options.
Hoffenheim officially announced the arrival of the fast and talented striker on Thursday, with Orban securing a contract that runs until 2029.
Schicker highlighted the attributes that set Orban apart from their current roster.
“In Gift Orban, we have found exactly the fast striker with good depth that we were looking for.”
Schicker further praised Orban’s proven goal-scoring ability, saying, “Gift has repeatedly demonstrated his goal threat and his joy of playing in his previous positions.
“We are convinced that his skills will give our team greater variability in attack.”
Orban, who made a name for himself at Belgian first-division club KAA Gent, recently moved to Olympique Lyon in France in January 2024.
His signing by Hoffenheim reflects the club’s confidence in his potential to enhance their offensive play.