Striker Andreas Weimann joins League Two club Cheltenham Town

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Last updated Sep 3, 2026

Striker Andreas Weimann joins League Two club Cheltenham Town
Summary

Striker Andreas Weimann has signed with Cheltenham Town following a career spent primarily in the Premier League and Championship. The 35-year-old free agent, who spent the latter half of last season on loan with Rapid Vienna, prioritized finding a club closer to his family in the UK. Weimann has featured in all four of the team's league matches this season and registered an assist during a victory over York City. Manager Steve Cotterill played a significant role in recruiting the forward, who remains committed to playing despite his veteran status. Weimann continues to pursue his first goal for the club after narrowly missing out on a strike during a win against Rotherham. He remains a regular presence in the box and expects his goal contributions to increase as he integrates further with his new teammates.

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  • Andreas Weimann signed for Cheltenham Town on a free transfer after leaving Derby.
  • The 35-year-old striker previously played for Aston Villa, Wolves, Bristol City, and Watford.
  • He provided an assist in a match against York City.
  • Weimann seeks to maintain his playing career rather than retire this season.
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  • 4:26 PMYahoo Sports'I've got too much left in me' - Weimann
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New Cheltenham Town striker Andreas Weimann on his desire to keep playing after moving down to League Two.

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