Hertha's Jensen Transfers to VfL Osnabrück

Leon Jensen, 29, leaves Hertha BSC to join VfL Osnabrück - the transfer is expected to be free of charge. The midfielder played only seven matches for the Berlin club this season and is nearing contract termination.

24 Aug 2026 By Karoline Aumann · senior correspondent

Transfer Details

Leon Jensen, 29, leaves Hertha BSC to join VfL Osnabrück. The move is expected to be free of charge, as Osnabrück will not pay a transfer fee. Jensen is currently negotiating a contract termination with Hertha.

Career Overview

Jensen joined Hertha in 2022 on a free transfer from Karlsruher SC, where he made 79 appearances in the 2. Liga. In the 2023/24 season he played only seven league matches - 390 minutes - and was subsequently not recalled to the U23 squad. His contract expires in 2027.

Reunion with Joe Enochs

Osnabrück’s sporting director, Joe Enochs (54), coached Jensen at FSV Zwickau from 2019 to 2021. Under Enochs’ guidance Jensen developed significantly and earned a promotion to the 2. Liga.

Outlook

By moving to Osnabrück, Jensen hopes to revive his career under Enochs’ leadership. For Hertha BSC, the departure frees up resources ahead of the transfer deadline.