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Overview
Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.
Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Tall holding midfielder; first steps are average. (conf 0.35)
Long stride gives good running speed for a defensive midfielder. (conf 0.35)
At 1.90m his turning in tight spaces is less nimble. (conf 0.35)
Regular starter in the 2. Bundesliga with a busy midfield role. (conf 0.4)
Control
Secure receiving under pressure in Bochum's midfield. (conf 0.35)
Not a dribbler; he moves the ball on simply. (conf 0.35)
Strong frame helps him protect the ball in midfield. (conf 0.35)
Scored twice in 32 games; modest shooting threat. (conf 0.3)
Distribution
Tidy circulation expected of a defensive midfielder. (conf 0.38)
Reasonable range from deep, not a standout switcher. (conf 0.3)
Crossing is not part of his holding midfield role. (conf 0.3)
Reads the game well enough to play forward passes. (conf 0.3)
Chance threat
Two goals in 32 league games shows limited finishing. (conf 0.3)
Sensible choices when he does shoot, but rarely a shooter. (conf 0.3)
Occasional late runs; mostly a holding role. (conf 0.3)
No known set-piece or long-range threat. (conf 0.25)
Duels
A 1.90m midfielder who contests aerial duels well. (conf 0.35)
Wins duels through size and positioning at second-division level. (conf 0.38)
Defense
Presses actively as a ball-winning midfielder. (conf 0.35)
Breaks up play regularly as a defensive midfielder. (conf 0.38)
Holds a screening position in Bochum's shape. (conf 0.35)
Mental
Calm in the 2. Bundesliga at 19, still to prove it in the top flight. (conf 0.35)
Safe positional choices for a young holding midfielder. (conf 0.35)
Heavy involvement in Bochum's season, 32 matches plus cup games. (conf 0.38)
Resilience
No notable injury record found; neutral rating. (conf 0.25)
Outlook
20-year-old with Germany youth caps and a Bundesliga move; high headroom. (conf 0.38)
Second-division regular moving to a Bundesliga club. (conf 0.35)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Cajetan Lenz is a German-Swiss defensive midfielder, 1.90m tall, who provides physicality and structure at the base of midfield. He joined VfL Bochum's youth setup at the age of eight and became a regular starter for the club's second-division side after signing his first professional contract in 2025. Bochum announced in May 2026 that he would join TSG Hoffenheim, where he wears number 32. He has represented Germany at under-19 and under-21 level.
Joined VfL Bochum's youth setup at the age of eight in 2014 and rose to the first team.
Transfer to TSG Hoffenheim announced by VfL Bochum on 19 May 2026.