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Finn Jeltsch

German footballer (born 2006) From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

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Finn Jeltsch (born 17 July 2006) is a German professional footballer who plays as a centre-back for Bundesliga club VfB Stuttgart.

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Club career

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Jeltsch started his playing career with SV Raitersaich before joining 1. FC Nürnberg in 2015.[2] On 18 February 2024, the U-17 European and World Champion made his professional debut for Nürnberg in the 2. Bundesliga, coming on as a half-time substitute during a 1–1 against 1. FC Kaiserslautern.[3] In June 2024, he signed a new long-term contract with the club.[4]

On 3 February 2025, Jeltsch signed a five-and-a-half-year contract with VfB Stuttgart until June 2030.[1] He made his Bundesliga debut on 15 February, coming on as a substitute in a 2–1 loss to Wolfsburg.[5] Ever since, the talented centre-back has become part of the starting line-up in the majority of Stuttgart's matches, e.g. by starting against Bayern Munich in a 3–1 away loss; although he was praised for his performances by his coach.[6] On 2 April, he played full 90 minutes and a crucial role in the DFB-Pokal semi-final, a 3–1 victory over RB Leipzig, helping his team advance to the final for the first time in 12 years.[7] Fabian Wohlgemuth, CEO of sports at VfB Stuttgart, praised the 18-year old for his performances: "He's currently a regular at the back. He's stabilized even further over the past few weeks and has become an important factor in our defense."[8] Jeltsch would play in the final and help his side win the DFB-Pokal and thus their first title in 18 years.[9]

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International career

Jeltsch was part of the Germany U17 side who won both the FIFA U-17 World Cup and the UEFA European Under-17 Championship in 2023. He has represented Germany up to under–19 level.[10]

In May 2025, he was called up to the Germany U21 national team for the UEFA European Under-21 Championship, but he ultimately had to withdraw due to an injury.[11] His side reached the final, but lost.[12]

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As of match played 24 May 2025
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    VfB Stuttgart

    Germany U17

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