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Talks between Hertha BSC and Toni Leistner have apparently ended without a new contract. The vice-captain is on the verge of ...
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Hertha BSC Ends Contract Talks with Veteran LeistnerAt 35, Toni Leistner will leave Hertha BSC after one season despite his leadership and hoped contract extension.
- Hertha BSC decided against renewing Toni Leistner’s contract despite his role as vice-captain and leader.
- Leistner recently remained on the bench for two full matches, though the team performed better with him playing.
- His contract included an extension clause only if the team earned promotion, which did not occur.
- Alongside Leistner, Diego Demme and John Anthony Brooks will also depart as the club aims to refresh defense.
We will sit down after Easter, and then we will see what comes of it.— Toni Leistner, Hertha BSC defender, after the 1-0 win at Dynamo Dresden on Easter Saturday
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- Leistner began his career in Dresden and made his second-division professional debut for Dynamo in 2011.
- Further stops included Halleschen FC, 1. FC Union, Queens Park Rangers, 1. FC Köln, Hamburger SV and VV. St. Truiden.
- He joined Hertha BSC for the 2023–24 season and captained the team for two seasons.
- Leistner made 85 competitive appearances for Hertha and scored one goal.
Toni can look back with pride on a fantastic journey. He was not only a player who always worked with the highest professionalism and gave his all for our colors, but also an exemplary personality and a real character. We would like to thank him once again here for his commitment while wearing the club’s crest on his chest!— Said by sports director Benjamin Weber, praising Leistner's professional approach and character in connection with his farewell.
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