Julián Malatini
SVW
CB (RB)
Driving Centre Back
May 31, 2001 (25)
Right
6'3"
185 lb
BremenRanking
Grades
Key Grades
2025/2026 Bundesliga
Overall Grades by game
2025/2026 Bundesliga
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News
Joins Cincinnati on loan
Malatini has joined FC Cincinnati on loan from Werder Bremen through June 2027, with an option to make the move permanent, according to the club.
Analysis: Malatini heads to MLS after spending nearly three seasons with Werder Bremen, where he made 32 Bundesliga appearances and scored twice. The 25-year-old center-back also brings significant experience from Argentina with Talleres and Defensa y Justicia. His size, athleticism and Bundesliga experience should allow him to compete for regular minutes in Cincinnati's back line.
Finds bench spot
Malatini (ankle) is back fit for Saturday's friendly against Paderborn, according to the club.
Analysis: Malatini had undergone surgery to repair a torn ankle ligament earlier in the summer and had been gradually building toward a partial return to training, so his availability for this match confirms his recovery is now complete. He now looks set to compete for a regular role heading into the new 2026/27 Bundesliga season after clearing this lengthy injury layoff.
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