FC Energie Cottbus signs BVB youngster Justin Butler: A new star?

FC Energie Cottbus signs BVB youngster Justin Butler: A new star?

A fresh breeze is blowing at FC Energie Cottbus! The 24-year-old offensive player Justin Butler has signed a contract with the club and will wear the shirt number “31”. The young attacker's path was paved with experience from higher leagues, which he now wants to bring to the 3rd division. The club has high hopes for its new player.

Justin Butler, well known from his previous positions, began his football career as a youth at FC Augsburg. At the age of 15, he moved to the youth academy at FC Bayern Munich, where he worked his way up to the U19 level. In the summer of 2019 he moved on to FC Ingolstadt, where he played in both the 2nd and 3rd league. In order to gain match practice, Butler spent a six-month loan at SV Waldhof Mannheim. His last stations took him through the second team of Borussia Dortmund to SV Sandhausen in the second half of the 2024/2025 season.

Coaches and squad planners in top form

But what makes Butler so special? Coach Claus-Dieter Wollitz is enthusiastic about his commitment and his quick integration into the team. “It brings high speed, power and robustness,” says Wollitz. These characteristics could give the Cottbus attack a breath of fresh air. Squad planner Maniyel Nergiz also emphasizes that Butler has shown a strong desire to become part of this team. With six goals and several assists in seven preseason games, he has impressively demonstrated that he is ready to step into the breach and help the team.

The support from the fans and the solidarity within the team are particularly important for Butler. “I feel very comfortable here and am happy to be part of the Energie family,” he said after his move. The goal is clear: with his help, FC Energie Cottbus wants to get off to a strong start to the season and establish itself in the table.

With a height of 1.88 meters, he also has the physical requirements to attack in the 3rd league. FC Energie has signed Butler, a promising new signing. The fans can be curious to see how the new striker will perform in the coming games and whether he can significantly strengthen the team with his skills. The first appearances will show whether the club's hopes will be fulfilled.

FC Energie Cottbus has brought a solid player into its ranks with Justin Butler. Another exciting ball finds its way into the net - and we continue to report on the team's development. It remains to be seen whether Butler can provide the necessary impetus. The first games of the 2025 season promise exciting duels!

media-sportservice.de and fupa.net report on the timely new additions to FC Energie. Keep your eyes open, because something is happening!