Hoffenheim coach praises Avdullahu: He is very confident on the ball

Hoffenheim coach Christian Ilzer has expressed his delight after midfielder Leon Avdullahu extended his contract with the German club, describing him as a player of great importance to the team with continued potential to grow.

Avdullahu renewed his deal with Hoffenheim on Wednesday, while Ilzer commented on the decision on Friday at a press conference, highlighting the player's role as a playmaker and his confidence on the ball.

“He was very important in the Basel team that won the Swiss championship and has continued in the same way with us.”

“He is a playmaker and exceptionally confident on the ball. He is also very ambitious and wants to keep improving. Avdullahu knows the qualities he has,” Ilzer said.

The midfielder, who was previously a key part of Basel's Swiss championship-winning side, is continuing to have the same impact at Hoffenheim, becoming one of the key figures in the midfield.

This season, Avdullahu has featured in 30 Bundesliga matches, starting 29 of them, and has one assist.