Hartberg signs Konstantin Schopp on loan from Mainz 05. The 20-year-old is expected to gain playing experience.

What happened?

The FSV Mainz 05 loans defender Konstantin Schopp to Hartberg for the entire season.

Why is this important for Hartberg?

Hartberg currently sits 6th in the Bundesliga, 5 points behind leaders Sturm Graz. The club hopes that Schopp's experience will help strengthen the team.

What comes next?

Schopp was already loaned to the Austrian top-flight club in the previous half-season. He made seven appearances for Hartberg. | Season | Appearances | | --- | --- | | 2022/23 | 7 |

Hartberg has scored 29 goals and conceded 24 goals this season. The club has 33 points from 22 games.

What does the future hold?

Niko Bungert, Mainz 05's sports director, believes Schopp is a great talent. He hopes the 20-year-old will be able to make a name for himself in the German Bundesliga in the future.