Christoph Zimmermann

Christoph Zimmermann (born 12 January 1993) is a German former professional footballer who played as a centre-back.

Career Early career Zimmermann joined Borussia Dortmund II in 2014 from Borussia Mönchengladbach. He made his professional debut in the 3. Liga on 26 July 2014 against Rot-Weiß Erfurt.

Norwich City On 15 June 2017, Zimmerman agreed to join English club Norwich City on a two-year deal when his contract expired at Borussia Dortmund II on 1 July 2017. Zimmermann made his debut for Norwich City in a 1–1 draw against Fulham on 5 August 2017. He scored his first goal for Norwich in a 2–2 draw at Wolverhampton Wanderers on 21 February 2018. He lifted the Championship title on 5 May 2019 at Villa Park after a 2–1 win for Norwich sealed their return to the Premier League.

Zimmermann made his Premier League debut for Norwich against West Ham United on 31 August 2019 in a 2–0 loss.

Darmstadt On 20 July 2022, Zimmermann signed a three-year contract with German second-tier club Darmstadt 98 in an undisclosed transfer.

Retirement On 25 November 2025, Zimmermann announced his retirement from football, aged 32.

Career statistics

Honours Norwich City EFL Championship: 2018–19, 2020–21

Darmstadt 98 2. Bundesliga runner-up: 2022–23