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Biography
André Lenz (born 19 November 1973 in Mülheim an der Ruhr) is a retired German football goalkeeper who last played for VfL Wolfsburg.
Career
Lenz began his football career as a professional in 1999. Back then, he played for Alemannia Aachen in the 2. Bundesliga. In 2001, he signed a contract with Energie Cottbus, who were playing in the first division. In his second year for Energie, he played almost every match. After Energie relegated in 2003, 1860 Munich were interested in signing him, eventually he chose to sign. In 2004, it was confirmed that André Lenz would be leaving 1860 Munich to join 1. Bundesliga's VfL Wolfsburg. Lenz announced his retirement from active play following the conclusion of the 2012–13 Bundesliga season.
Assault
On 8 May 2010, the substitute keeper of VfL Wolfsburg was seriously injured during an altercation in a nightclub. Lenz suffered multiple stab wounds and had an emergency surgery in a hospital.
Honours
- Bundesliga: 2008–09