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Bayern newcomer Tom Bischof: A perfect start in Orlando!
Tom Bischof made his debut at FC Bayern in Orlando at the age of 19, after moving from Hoffenheim, and pursued World Cup dreams.
Bayern newcomer Tom Bischof: A perfect start in Orlando!
In Florida, where Bayern's training is in full swing, new signing Tom Bischof is ready to conquer the field. On June 14, 2025, he will mark his first day of work at FC Bayern in the team hotel in Orlando. The 19-year-old, who moved to Munich on a free transfer from TSG Hoffenheim, describes the connection to Bayern as a “perfect match” and speaks with shining eyes of his deep connection to the club. “I have a picture of myself in the Bayern jersey hanging above my bed,” said Bischof, who is now ready to contribute his part to Bayern’s success story.
His introduction includes a possible debut against Auckland City FC. This moment is profound for Bischof; he was a passionate fan of the record champions even as a child. Now he dreams of winning the next World Cup title with Bayern. Despite the dazzling glamor world of Munich, he wants to maintain his down-to-earth attitude. His goal is to quickly integrate into the team and compete with greats like Joshua Kimmich and Leon Goretzka.
A talent with a lot of potential
What makes Tom Bischof so special? He already showed impressive performances during his time at Hoffenheim. He made his debut as the youngest player in the club's history in the Hoffenheim Bundesliga and contributed significantly to the success of the U-Team, where he has now scored 5 goals and 4 assists in 41 Bundesliga games. He also already knew how to impress with the German U-national teams - over 30 appearances and a Fritz Walter gold medal in the U19 are evidence of his talent. Last season he did not disappoint, winning 52% of duels and scoring well over 20 points. Bishop is ready for the next step.
His comparatively quick rise to the Bundesliga makes him a sought-after player. Sports director Christoph Freund is confident: “Tom has the potential to shine in our midfield,” he reveals. Bischof masters challenges with flying colors; he is not only in competition with Goretzka and Kimmich, but also sees João Palhinha as a possible sales candidate after his unfortunate debut season.
Future plans and integration
A special highlight is coming up for Bischof - on June 28th he not only celebrates his 20th birthday, but could also play in the round of 16 of the Club World Cup. His desire to strengthen the Munich team is obvious: “I have the chance to be at Bayern and I want to take full advantage of it,” he explains and says he is ready to face the pressure of world football in all its facets.
His ambitions go beyond the pitch. The young player also has an influence outside of football - his love of the card game Wizard illustrates how he stays connected to his teammates and friends. Such freedom in the game, which Hoffenheim coach Christian Ilzer also repeatedly praised, gives hope that his move to FC Bayern will be a win-win situation for both sides.
Bischof's sparkling talent not only makes him very popular in Bavaria, but also makes the fans' hearts beat faster. With a clear goal in mind and the will to continually develop, Tom Bischof is ready to write new chapters in his football history. Football and its fans can be excited!