Linus Güther

Linus Güther (; born 8 April 2010) is a German professional footballer who plays as an attacking midfielder or winger for Bundesliga club 1. FC Union Berlin. He is a German youth international.

Club career Professional debut A youth product of Energie Cottbus, Güther moved to Union Berlin's academy in July 2025, where he continued his development at the U17s and U19s. He made his Bundesliga debut on 11 April 2026, in a 3–1 loss to 1. FC Heidenheim, getting subbed on in the 84th minute for Alex Král, becoming the second youngest Bundesliga player ever at 16 years and 3 days, with only Youssoufa Moukoko having claimingly been two days younger. Since it is not confirmed whether Moukoko's age is accurate or not, the possibility for Güther to be the youngest debutant yet remains. With his debut, Güther also became the first player in Bundesliga history to be born in the 2010s.

International career Güther is a youth international for Germany, having played for the U15 and U16, for whom he has been very prolific.

Playing style Güther is an attacking midfielder who can also operate on the wing. He is known for his game intelligence, dribbling ability, and strong finishing, as well as his two-footedness, which makes him unpredictable in attack. His style combines creativity and direct goal threat, drawing comparisons to Marco Reus and Florian Wirtz.

Personal life Güther was born in Spremberg, Brandenburg, in the district of Spree-Neiße. He is of Christian faith.

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