Deniz Zeitler has joined Bundesliga-promoted SC Paderborn on loan from TSG Hoffenheim. It is reported that the loan fee is 750,000 euros and can increase to one million euros through bonuses. The deal does not include a purchase option.

Florian Plettenberg reports that a full agreement has been reached with TSG Hoffenheim for Deniz Zeitler to join SC Paderborn. The move is a loan deal without an option to buy. The loan fee for the 19-year-old winger is around €750k and can rise to €1m with bonuses. A medical and the signing have yet to be completed.

Bundesliga newcomers SC Paderborn are looking to strengthen their offense. According to Sky, they have contacted TSG Hoffenheim to explore a transfer for talented 19-year-old German winger Deniz Zeitler. TSG Hoffenheim is reportedly prepared to let the player go for a good offer, as a move to Paderborn would present Zeitler with a significantly greater chance of getting playing time. Zeitler, who joined Hoffenheim in July 2025, has been capped twice for the Germany U20 national team. His current market value is estimated by Transfermarkt to be €4.00m. Hertha BSC has also been linked with the player.