Leon Avdullahu
TSG
Center Midfielder
Deep-Lying Playmaker
Feb 23, 2004 (22)
Right
6'1"
174 lb
Appears for Kosovo
Avdullahu (personal) created one scoring chance as a substitute in Thursday's 0-0 draw versus Israel.
Analysis: Avdullahu bounced back following his departure from Kosovo's training camp due to family reasons, and he got a short opportunity to produce in his third straight Nations League outing. The central player has been heavily involved as a box-to-box midfielder throughout the current Bundesliga season, scoring one goal in addition to a variety of passing and defensive numbers across five starts.
Temporarily leaves Kosovo camp
Avdullahu has temporarily left the Kosovo national team camp due to family reasons but is expected to rejoin the squad during the international window, according to the Kosovo Football Federation.
Analysis: Avdullahu has been granted a temporary absence from the squad and could still return in time for Thursday's match against Israel, though his availability remains uncertain. Kosovo are also scheduled to face Austria three days later, giving the midfielder another opportunity to feature if he rejoins the group as expected.
Nets first career Bundesliga goal
Avdullahu scored a goal with his lone shot while creating two chances during Saturday's 3-2 loss to Dortmund.
Analysis: Avdullahu opened the scoring in the 45th minute while finishing with the second most chances created on the team. The goal was the first in the midfielder's Bundesliga career after 33 appearances without one last season as he's combined for three shots, five tackles and three interceptions through the opening two matches of this campaign.
Signs long-term contract extension
Avdullahu signed a long-term contract extension with Hoffenheim, becoming the third key performer this season to commit to the club's long-term project, the club announced.
Analysis: Avdullahu joined from Basel in the summer of 2025 after winning the Swiss double and has been one of Hoffenheim's standout performers in his debut season, making 31 appearances and establishing himself as a key strategic presence in the midfield. Sporting director Andreas Schicker praised his ability to read the game and his tactical intelligence, describing him as a player of enormous importance to Hoffenheim's style of play. The Kosovo international had previously made 71 appearances for Basel across two seasons in the Swiss Super League and Cup, contributing three goals, before making the move to the Kraichgau. Avdullahu expressed his pride at continuing his development at the club, noting that everything discussed upon his arrival has since been confirmed by his experience there.
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