Björn Rother

Björn Rother (born 29 July 1996) is a German professional footballer who plays as defensive midfielder for 1. FC Magdeburg.

Career

In his youth, Rother played for TSV Hertha Walheim, Alemannia Aachen, and Bayer Leverkusen.

In the summer of 2015 he moved from the U-19 of Leverkusen to the Werder Bremen reserves, playing in the 3. Liga. He made his debut on 5 September 2015, in the 1–3 defeat to Preußen Münster. He finished the 2016–17 season making 28 appearances and scoring one goal. On 2 June 2017, 3. Liga rivals 1. FC Magdeburg announced the signing of Rother on a two-year contract.