Jannik Huth has extended his contract with SC Freiburg. The 30-year-old goalkeeper remains the third-choice option for the Bundesliga club, as reported by Badische Zeitung this week.
Huth joined Freiburg from Mainz two years ago. Since then, he has not made a single competitive appearance for the first team. His last official match dates back to November 2023, when he conceded four goals for the reserve team in Elversberg. Despite this lack of playing time, the club values his role within the squad. "I only know that I conceded four goals," Huth recalls with a laugh about that match. "And that my coach wasn't entirely happy with my performance, that stuck with me."
What role does Huth play in the squad?
Jannik Huth serves as the clear number three behind first-choice goalkeeper Noah Atubolu and his deputy Florian Müller. His main task is in training, where he challenges SC Freiburg's attacking players and supports his fellow goalkeepers. The club emphasizes a strong goalkeeping department with several qualified options. The current team lineup can be viewed on our squad page.
In case of injuries or suspensions, Huth would be ready to step in immediately. The SC Freiburg squad currently includes three goalkeepers, providing solid coverage for the upcoming challenges in the Bundesliga and DFB-Pokal. Head coach Christian Streich can rely on a dependable trio.
What is the contract situation of the goalkeepers?
The extension with Huth brings stability to the goalkeeping position. First-choice keeper Noah Atubolu is under contract with SC Freiburg until 2028. Florian Müller also has a future at the club. The decision to keep Huth underscores the club's philosophy of favoring continuity and internal solutions over constantly signing new players.
This approach is evident in other areas of the squad as well. Many players come through the club's own youth academy or remain loyal to the team for many years. SC Freiburg currently sits in ninth place in the standings, reflecting the team's fundamentally solid work.
What does the extension mean for the future?
For Jannik Huth personally, the contract extension is a sign of trust. Even without the prospect of regular game time, he appreciates the atmosphere and working conditions at SC Freiburg. The club benefits from an experienced professional who supports the team both on and off the pitch.
The next opportunity for a potential appearance comes in the DFB-Pokal. Christian Streich's team plays its next match on September 17, 2026, against 1. FC Heidenheim in the Bundesliga. All upcoming fixtures can be found on our fixtures page. Huth will remain an important part of the goalkeeping team in the coming season and contribute to SC Freiburg's success.
