FC Heidenheim 1846 has completed the signing of German-born Ghanaian winger Christian Conteh from Eintracht Braunschweig with immediate effect, confirming the versatile attacker has put pen to paper on a contract running until June 30, 2029.
The 26-year-old Hamburg-born winger, like his brother Sirlord Conteh, began his career at Concordia Hamburg, progressing through their U17 and U19 teams before moving to SC Victoria Hamburg U19. He later joined FC St. Pauli’s U19 team, making his debut for the reserve squad.
In 2020, Conteh moved to the Dutch top flight with Feyenoord Rotterdam, followed by loan spells at SV Sandhausen, FC Dordrecht, and Dynamo Dresden. After leaving Feyenoord, he signed permanently with VfL Osnabrück in 2023 and then moved to Eintracht Braunschweig in summer 2024.
Over his career, Conteh has made 26 appearances in the 3. Liga (3 goals, 3 assists), 72 appearances in the 2. Bundesliga (10 goals, 8 assists), and 6 appearances in the DFB-Pokal (1 goal). This season alone, he contributed 4 goals and 3 assists in 17 matches for Braunschweig.
Reacting to his move, Conteh said:
“The move to Heidenheim is the next important step in my career. I know the club very well through my brother, of course – being able to play alongside him in the Bundesliga will be something very special. FCH stands for passion, hard work, and great team spirit – these are values I fully identify with and that also fit my journey so far. I can’t wait to be on the pitch in the FCH jersey and give everything to help us stay in the league!”
The Conteh brothers are now set to feature together in the Bundesliga, as Heidenheim look to strengthen their attacking options and secure their top-flight status in the 2025/26 season.
