SC Freiburg signs Mio Backhaus amid uncertainty over Noah Atubolu's future
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 3, 2026, 9:43 AM
Last updated Jun 3, 2026
SC Freiburg has signed Mio Backhaus from Werder Bremen as their new first-choice goalkeeper. This move comes as Noah Atubolu's contract talks have stalled, with the club stating they view his behavior during negotiations as lacking respect. Sources indicate Atubolu aims to leave the club, yet no offers have been made for him. If he cannot secure a transfer, Atubolu may find himself without playing time next season.
- •SC Freiburg has acquired Mio Backhaus from Werder Bremen.
- •Noah Atubolu has stalled on contract negotiations for months.
- •Freiburg expresses dissatisfaction with Atubolu's conduct during talks.
- •Atubolu's preferred option appears to be a transfer away from the club.
- •Atubolu could miss significant playing time if no transfer materializes.
- 9:43 AMYahoo Sports — Atubolu faces uncertain Freiburg future after contract standoff and Backhaus signing
"After Noah Atubolu stalled on contract talks for months while waiting for offers to take the next step in his career, SC Freiburg reacted by bringing in Mio Backhaus from Werder Bremen as their new fi...
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