Union Berlin is reportedly involved in talks for a sensational return of striker Joselu, according to information from Sky. The 36-year-old Spanish forward is currently a free agent and could make a surprise Bundesliga comeback on Deadline Day, with Eintracht Frankfurt also showing interest.
Discussions have been ongoing for several days, the report states. The club from Köpenick is looking to bolster its attack after finishing the previous season as one of the league's weaker offensive teams with 44 goals scored. The final table from May 2025 shows Union in 11th place with 39 points. The team ended the campaign with a record of ten wins, nine draws, and fifteen losses.
Who is Joselu and what does he offer?
Joselu is an experienced Spanish striker who was last active in La Liga. With his height and aerial ability, he offers a classic target man profile, something Union Berlin often lacked last season. The club had a goal difference of 44 scored and 58 conceded, finishing 50 points behind champions Bayern Munich. A player with Joselu's experience could provide a new impetus here.
The negotiations are not straightforward, however. Sky reports competition, primarily from Eintracht Frankfurt, who are also examining the move. For Union, it would be a typical Deadline Day coup to sign an experienced player without a transfer fee. The club has benefited from such opportunistic transfers in the past.
How does Joselu fit into the current squad picture?
Union Berlin's attack is currently led by defender Leonardo Querfeld, who is the team's top scorer this season with one goal in one appearance. The search for more goal threat is therefore an obvious objective. Joselu would be a direct competitor for the central striker role and could immediately put pressure on established players.
A look at the squad page shows the current squad structure. Integrating a new striker mid-way through pre-season would be a challenge, but the chance to get an experienced player without a transfer fee carries significant weight. The last five games of the previous season ended with the form WWDLL.
What would the transfer mean for the upcoming fixtures?
If the signing is successful, Joselu could be available for the next important home game. Union Berlin hosts RB Leipzig, currently 3rd in the table, on 21 November 2026. This clash is already listed on our fixtures overview and will be an early test for the entire team.
A successful Deadline Day could significantly boost morale ahead of this top fixture. Fans are hoping for a positive impulse after the past season ended in a mid-table position. The complete statistics from the concluded season are available on our stats page.
The negotiations for Joselu will remain exciting until the transfer window closes on 31 August 2026. Union Berlin's next competitive match is the home game against RB Leipzig on 21 November.
