Luka Duric, a 22-year-old homegrown central midfielder from TSG Hoffenheim, is set to join SC Paderborn. A contract with Paderborn has already been negotiated until 2029, with only the signature missing to finalize the transfer. TSG Hoffenheim will receive a transfer fee of 250,000 euros for the player, who made a brief appearance with the first team in February after contributing to 19 goals for the reserve team. Duric's new contract is valid for both the Bundesliga and the 2. Bundesliga.