Ullrich before contract extension: Gladbach is betting on his promotion!

Ullrich before contract extension: Gladbach is betting on his promotion!

Borussia Mönchengladbach fans were recently able to breathe a sigh of relief: 20-year-old left-back Lukas Ullrich is about to extend his contract, which currently runs until 2027. In addition to the pending transfer market, which has not yet brought any significant movements, this news could provide the much-needed foundation for the Foals' future. Loud derwesten.de The club plans to offer Ullrich a new contract until 2029 with an option until 2030. Salary increases of up to 2.5 million euros per year, including bonuses, are also being discussed.

This season Ullrich has really made a name for himself. He has become an integral part of the starting eleven and has played in every game since being called up following an injury to Luca Netz. His first Bundesliga goal against Union Berlin is particularly memorable, a certainly emotional experience as his family was present. His impressive achievements also include the fact that he draws attention to himself with a solid defensive performance and precise crosses - not unlike his role model Maximilian Mittelstädt, who is known for his running strength and defensive qualities bundesliga.com reported.

A career breakthrough

Ullrich, who was born on March 16, 2004 in Berlin, began his football career in youth teams before being accepted into the Hertha BSC academy in 2015. After playing for just 44 minutes in his first Bundesliga season, everything changed in the 2024/25 season. An injury to Netz cleared the way for Ullrich, and since then he has impressed in almost every game for Gladbach. In addition to one goal, he also contributed two assists and helped the team go four games without conceding a goal. His commitment on the pitch and communication with his teammates, especially with vice-captain Julian Weigl and playmaker Robin Hack, cannot be overlooked.

It is also noteworthy that Ullrich's achievements in the Bundesliga do not go unnoticed: he put in an impressive performance at the U21 European Championships, but had to remain on the bench in the quarter-finals against Italy. Nevertheless, Ullrich speaks highly of his teammates and emphasizes the positive competition with Luca Netz. “We compete not only here in Gladbach, but also in the U21 national team,” he explains, while emphasizing how important a healthy rivalry is for one’s own development. Transfer market quotes Ullrich as saying: “The hype is crazy,” and not without reason.

On to the future

The anticipation of a contract extension fits in with the general upswing in the team, which has already collected as many points this season as last season in total. Ullrich is aware of the importance of this phase and remains modest despite rising market values. “I want to develop personally and athletically,” said Ullrich, who has left a lasting impression not only in the media but also among club officials. The discussions with sports director Roland Virkus convinced him that Gladbach was the right place for his further development.

It seems that wget's patience is running out for the slow transfers that were planned before the season. However, with Lukas Ullrich on board, Mönchengladbach can look forward to a promising prospect and hope for a successful season.