Jovan Milošević made his first appearance for Werder Bremen as a 69th‑minute substitute in a 3‑0 loss to Borussia Dortmund, instantly highlighting his role as a super‑sub intended to sharpen a stagnant offense. The 20‑year‑old Serbian striker is expected to provide pace, movement and finishing in the final stages of games, offering head‑coach Horst Steffen a tactical edge in a season plagued by low scoring.
Loan Arrival and Regulatory Hurdle
Werder secured Milošević on a season‑long loan from VfB Stuttgart despite initially appearing to exceed the Bundesliga’s limit on simultaneous loan players. By interpreting a specific “development loan” exemption, the club added the Serbian forward as its seventh loanee, demonstrating how Bundesliga teams can navigate regulations to reinforce squads without permanent transfers.
Controlled Introduction – Super‑Sub Role
Head‑coach Horst Steffen has opted to introduce Milošević from the bench rather than start him. He described the striker as a “joker” who can change tempo late in matches. This approach allows the young forward to exploit tired defenses, showcase his speed and finishing instincts, and adapt to Werder’s high‑pressing system without the pressure of a full 90 minutes.
Expectations for the Young Striker
Milošević arrives with a strong youth record, having scored 16 goals for Stuttgart’s U‑19 side and earning caps with Serbia’s U‑21 team. Werder supporters hope his energy will revitalize an attack that has relied heavily on wing‑backs and struggled to convert chances. To succeed, he must quickly adjust to the league’s physicality, build chemistry with midfield orchestrator Milot Rrumbullaku, and learn to find space behind overlapping full‑backs.
Potential Impact on Werder’s Season
If Milošević converts his youth‑level efficiency into senior goals, his impact could lift team morale, add crucial points, and give Steffen a flexible option to rotate the front line during a congested fixture schedule. Conversely, a lack of impact may force Werder to seek additional reinforcements in the January window, stretching an already limited budget.
Looking Ahead to Frankfurt
Werder travels to Eintracht Frankfurt with a recent 3‑0 defeat still fresh. Milošević’s early integration provides the coaching staff a valuable assessment window. The next few months will determine whether the 20‑year‑old loanee evolves from a bench‑warmer into the decisive goal‑scorer Werder needs to stay clear of the relegation battle.
