Niklas Stark
30-Year-Old
Werder Bremen
Bundesliga
Stalwart defending in win
Stark had two tackles (two won), five clearances and one interception in Saturday's 2-0 victory versus FC Heidenheim.
ANALYSIS
Start led the Werder Bremen defensive effort Saturday with five clearances as they earned a clean sheet in a 2-0 win over Heidenheim. After missing Werder Bremen's first six fixtures of 2026 due to a hip injury, the veteran defender has been named to the starting XI in each of their last three league matches. Across the three-match stretch, Stark has averaged one interception and 4.33 clearances per appearance while playing the full 90 minutes twice.
Start led the Werder Bremen defensive effort Saturday with five clearances as they earned a clean sheet in a 2-0 win over Heidenheim. After missing Werder Bremen's first six fixtures of 2026 due to a hip injury, the veteran defender has been named to the starting XI in each of their last three league matches. Across the three-match stretch, Stark has averaged one interception and 4.33 clearances per appearance while playing the full 90 minutes twice.
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Finds starting role
Stark (hip) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash against Bayern.
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Could be option
Stark (hip) appears to be an option for Saturday's match against Bayern Munich, according to manager Daniel Thioune.
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Could resume team training soon
Stark (undisclosed) is expected to resume team training this week, according to the club.
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Remains out
Stark (undisclosed) is still not an option for the time being, coach Horst Steffen said in the press conference.
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Won't return Friday
Stark will miss a second game in a row due to undisclosed issues, coach Horst Steffen said in the press conference.
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West Ham keen on him
West Ham are interested in signing Stark, according to Sport1.
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The Hammers are looking to bolster their defensive depth, and they feel the German would add some much-needed quality to the side. Stark is currently playing for Hertha Berlin.
The Hammers are looking to bolster their defensive depth, and they feel the German would add some much-needed quality to the side. Stark is currently playing for Hertha Berlin.