From Claudio Reyna to Christian Pulisic, there is a rich history of Americans playing in the German Bundesliga that continues to this very day. In this article, we’ll be taking a look at the top 5 Americans in the Bundesliga in 2023-24. Furthermore, for those interested in placing bets on the Bundesliga or the US Men’s National Team, Sambafoot provides extensive information about online sports betting.
Jordan Pefok: Striker – Borussia Monchengladbach
2023-24 Bundesliga Stats
Appearances: 16
Goals: 4
Assists: 2
Key Stat: 4.76 Aerials Won Per 90
Pefok was born in Washington D.C. but grew up in France, only officially declaring for the US National Team back in 2021. While his big move to Union Berlin last season didn’t exactly pan out, the former Reims striker has found more success on loan at Borussia Monchengladbach. The veteran target man has scored five and assisted one over his last nine games for the club, including a brace in DFB Pokal win over Heidenheim.
Kevin Paredes: Wing Back – Wolfsburg
2023-24 Bundesliga Stats
Appearances: 18
Goals: 2
Assists: 0
Key Stat: 4.23 Tackles + Interceptions Per 90
The 2023 US Young Player of the Year, Kevin Paredes, is among the brightest stars in an exceptionally bright generation of American talents. A pacey and aggressive wingback who’s not afraid to get up and join the attack, Paredes is playing beyond his years for Wolfsburg this season. The 20-year-old has been getting more playing time so far in 2024, starting each of the club’s last four matches.
Lennard Maloney: Defensive Midfielder – Heidenheim
2023-24 Bundesliga Stats
Appearances: 22
Goals: 1
Assists: 1
Key Stat: 3.55 Clearances Per 90
Playing for a Heidenheim team that many expected to be facing relegation, Lennard Maloney’s numbers don’t exactly jump off the page. But his no-nonsense approach in the middle of the pitch has been integral to the club’s current 10th-place position. Maloney received his first USMNT call-up in October as a defensive-minded midfield option replacing the injured Tyler Adams.
Joe Scally: Defender – Borussia Monchengladbach
2023-24 Bundesliga Stats
Appearances: 22
Goals: 1
Assists: 1
Key Stat: 1.35 Progressive Carries Per 90
In what has been a season of transition for Monchengladbach, Joe Scally’s adaptability on defense has been integral after the departure of a number of big names last summer. Able to play out wide on the right or as a centre-back, Scally’s impressive versatility at such a young age has earned him lots of attention for both club and country.
John Brooks: Centre Back – Hoffenheim
2023-24 Bundesliga Stats
Appearances: 15
Goals: 1
Assists: 0
Key Stat: 133 Total Clearances (11th in League)
Who else would it be but the American that’s been more associated with German football than any other before or since? John Brooks has anchored plenty of top 10 Bundesliga defenses over the years, and his reliability in defending the middle of the pitch has been widely attested to. Gregg Berhalter hasn’t shown much interest in bringing the veteran back into the USMNT fold, but Brooks remains one of the better defenders, and the best American player, in the Bundesliga regardless.
