Max Geschwill

Max Geschwill (born 7 July 2001) is a German professional footballer who plays as a defender for club Rot-Weiss Essen.

Early life Geschwill was born on 7 July 2001 in Schwäbisch Hall, Germany to Peter Geschwill and Tanja Geschwill. Growing up in Mainhardt, Germany, he is the older brother of German footballer Maren Geschwill.

Career As a youth player, Geschwill joined the youth academy of VfL Mainhardt. Following his stint there, he joined the youth academy of SG Mainhardt/Michelfeld/Bibersfeld. In 2013, he joined the youth academy of Bundesliga side TSG 1899 Hoffenheim, helping the under-19 team reach the semi-finals of the 2018–19 UEFA Youth League. In addition, he started his senior career with the club and played for their reserve team, which he was captain of.

In 2023, he signed for SV Sandhausen, where he made twenty-seven league appearances and scored two goals. One year later, he signed for Bundesliga side Holstein Kiel. On 31 August 2024, he debuted for the club during a 2–0 home loss to VfL Wolfsburg in the league.

On 14 August 2025, Geschwill joined 1. FC Magdeburg on loan.

On 8 July 2026, Geschwill moved to Rot-Weiss Essen in 3. Liga.

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