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Deniz Undav

Deniz Undav is a German professional footballer who plays as a forward for VfB Stuttgart and the Germany national team.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Deniz Undav is a German professional footballer who plays as a forward for VfB Stuttgart and the Germany national team. Born on 19 July 1996, he has also played for clubs including Brighton & Hove Albion and Union Saint-Gilloise. He is known for his goalscoring record in club football and for scoring for Germany at international level.

Career

Undav has played professionally in Germany, Belgium, and England, including spells with Union Saint-Gilloise and Brighton & Hove Albion before joining VfB Stuttgart. He has since established himself as a key attacking player for Stuttgart and Germany.

International career

Undav plays for the Germany national team. He has scored for Germany in senior international matches, with sources citing seven goals in 10 caps or nine goals in 11 appearances depending on the reporting date.

Playing style

He is listed primarily as a forward, with some sources specifying centre-forward or striker. His recent seasons have been highlighted by strong goal output in domestic and European competitions.

Key facts

  • Deniz Undav is a German professional footballer who plays as a forward for VfB Stuttgart and the Germany national team.
  • He was born on 19 July 1996 and is 30 years old, standing at 179 cm.
  • He has played for clubs in Germany, Belgium, and England, including Union Saint-Gilloise, Brighton & Hove Albion, and VfB Stuttgart.
  • He has scored goals for Germany at senior international level, with reports of seven goals in 10 caps or nine goals in 11 appearances.
  • Bundesliga sources list his nationality as Germany and Türkiye, reflecting dual eligibility/heritage, while mainstream player profiles identify him as German.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Deniz Undav?
Deniz Undav is a German professional footballer who plays as a forward for VfB Stuttgart and the Germany national team.
How old is Deniz Undav?
He was born on 19 July 1996, which makes him 30 years old.
What position does Deniz Undav play?
He plays as a forward, and is also described as a striker or centre-forward.
Which club does Deniz Undav play for?
He plays for VfB Stuttgart in the Bundesliga.
What is Deniz Undav's nationality?
He is German; some football databases also note Turkish nationality/eligibility based on heritage.
How many goals has Deniz Undav scored?
The total depends on the competition and date. Recent sources report 19 Bundesliga goals in the 2025–26 season and seven goals in 10 senior appearances for Germany.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Deniz_Undav
    Supports: Birth date, nationality, position, current club, and national team.
  2. Bundesliga.com — https://www.bundesliga.com/en/bundesliga/news/who-is-deniz-undav-stuttgart-striker-brighton-germany-euro2024-25442
    Supports: Age, club, position, and recent goal totals for club and country.
  3. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/273300/deniz-undav
    Supports: Birthdate, club, position, nationality.
  4. Bundesliga.com — https://www.bundesliga.com/en/player/deniz-undav
    Supports: Nationality, birth date, age, height, and player profile details.
  5. Transfermarkt — https://www.transfermarkt.us/deniz-undav/profil/spieler/339314
    Supports: Position, date of birth, nationality, current club, and heritage notes.