Merlin Röhl

Merlin Röhl (born 5 July 2002) is a German professional footballer who plays as a right midfielder, central midfielder or right-back for club Everton.

Early life Röhl was born and grew up in Potsdam, Germany.

Club career Ingolstadt Röhl started his youth career at SV Babelsberg 03, but moved to FC Ingolstadt in 2018 having had a trial spell at the club after sharing his performance data through the app Tonsser.

Röhl made his debut for FC Ingolstadt on 25 November 2020, starting in a 3–1 3. Liga win away to Bayern Munich II. He scored his first senior goal on 16 December 2020 with a right-footed volley in the 37th minute of a 1–0 league victory over Hansa Rostock.

Freiburg On 17 August 2022, Röhl signed with Bundesliga side SC Freiburg.

Loan to Everton Röhl moved to Premier League side Everton on a season-long loan on 1 September 2025, the last day of the summer transfer window. A purchase obligation will apply if Everton remains in the league, in which case the transfer fee would reportedly amount to €25 million including possible bonuses.

Everton On 1 July 2026, Röhl signed permanently with Everton after the conditional loan obligation purchase was met after Everton survived relegation from the Premier League the previous season.

International career Röhl has represented Germany at both under-18, under-19, under-20 and under-21 levels as well. His playing style and physical stature has earned him comparisons to Leon Goretzka.

Career statistics

Honours Germany U21 UEFA European Under-21 Championship runner-up: 2025