Who is Patrick Wimmer? The Bundesliga attacker attracting Premier League interest

Jacque Talbot

26 Oct 2023 12:55 BST
6 min read

Patrick Wimmer is one of the best emerging young talents in the Bundesliga today.

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The Wolfsburg attacker has become a first-team starter for the German outfit over the last couple of years.

He has already been linked with a move to the Premier League - there were reports stating that there were meetings with Fulham over the summer transfer window, but it amounted to nothing.

Wimmer started his career with Austria Wien in his home country before making a move to Arminia Bielefeld. He spent just a single campaign there before signing for Wolfsburg for €8 million ahead of the 2022/23 season.

But, who is Wimmer and how good is he?

What position does Patrick Wimmer play in?

Wimmer is played predominantly as a right-winger. He has also played in the centre of midfield as a No.8, and even on the left-wing. It has been argued that his best position is as an attacking midfielder, though he seldom plays there today.

How good is Patrick Wimmer?

Wimmer shone in his first Bundesliga season despite Bielefeld suffering relegation. The Austrian is a creative force, both in dead-ball situations and open play. He is able to forge openings for the team and is not afraid to take on his man in 1vs1 situations. But what is truly remarkable about Wimmer is his volume of defensive actions.

The player is an astute tackler, can intercept, and win the ball back high up the pitch. It’s this that will certainly catch the eye of clubs who are looking for a winger who can press in the final third and win back possession in dangerous areas.

Being at a young age, there is much more to come from Wimmer, too. He is an outright modern winger whose versatility also means that he can operate down the middle when needed.

Which clubs are interested in signing Patrick Wimmer

So far only Fulham have emerged as contenders for Wimmer’s signature. Reports over the summer suggested that talks did take place with the Cottagers. Given his trajectory, there are bound to be other suitors, though.