Klopp's call turns Freiburg's Scherhant dream into reality

DFB-Kader Klopp fulfilled the dream of Freiburger Derry Scherhant by naming the 23‑year‑old left‑winger in his first senior Germany squad, a move that crowns the player’s wish to play under Jürgen Klopp. The selection makes the Freiburger Scherhant a full international after recording one goal and six assists in six league games.

Form fuels call‑up

His early‑season form has been prolific, with a direct involvement in a goal every 45 minutes. The standout moment came in the Conference League qualifier first leg, where Freiburg triumphed 4‑1 over Motherwell, Scherhant contributing an assist. Such performances convinced Klopp to look beyond the usual pool.

Team‑mate Lucas Höler praised him on SWR, saying his “fine footwork is well‑tuned, he is in great spirits and helps us brutally.” The endorsement underlines the impact Scherhant has had on the side’s attacking dynamics.

Overcoming injury to reach the top

Pre‑season was not without setbacks; Scherhant battled patellar‑tendon problems and played through pain. He hired two personal coaches over the summer to stabilise his body. In an interview with SWR he explained, “It was about physically stabilising myself and adding another gear.”

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Born in Berlin, Scherhant progressed through SC Charlottenburg, Tennis Borussia Berlin and FC Viktoria 1889 Berlin before joining the Hertha academy. He broke into Hertha BSC’s professional squad in 2022, gaining valuable Bundesliga experience.

In the summer of 2025 he moved to SC Freiburg for €2 million, a deal brokered by trainer Julian Schuster who personally pursued him. Scherhant later remarked, “No shirt suits you better,” reflecting his enthusiasm for the new club.

Before this senior call‑up, Scherhant had featured twice for Germany’s U20 side and twice for the U21s, but had never been on the senior radar. Klopp’s selection therefore marks a significant step up in his international career.

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The juxtaposition of a hard‑earned club rise and a childhood dream finally realised illustrates how perseverance and form can translate into national recognition. Scherhant now stands on the brink of potentially debuting under the very manager he once named as his ultimate ambition.