Wouter Burger takes on mentorship role for Hoffenheim teammates Rots and De Cat

Wouter Burger is stepping into a leadership position at Hoffenheim after extending his contract with the Bundesliga club. The 25-year-old midfielder, who contributed four goals and eight assists last season, aims to mentor younger players Mats Rots and Nathan De Cat. Burger views them as 'little brothers' and is eager to help them adapt to the demands of German football. He emphasizes the importance of defining their roles within the team as they acclimate to the faster and more physical style of play in the Bundesliga.

• 8:20 PMYahoo Sports — Hoffenheim’s Wouter Burger happy to mentor ‘little brothers’ Mats Rots (20) and Nathan De Cat (18)