SWOS 2016/2017
SWOS 2016/2017

TIMM KLOSE
TIMM KLOSE
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Number
#3
Nationality
Switzerland
Team
SWITZERLAND (World Cup 94)
Coach
VLADIMIR PETKOVIC
Position
D (Defender)
Passing (P) Shooting (V) Heading (H) Tackling (T) Control (C) Speed (S) Finishing (F) Total Bargain Value
6 1 7 7 1 1 1 24 1.8 £1.3M

Timm Klose — Profile Summary

  • Full name: Timm Klose
  • Date of birth: April 9, 1988
  • Place of birth: Frankfurt am Main, West Germany
  • Nationality: Swiss (represents Switzerland internationally)
  • Position: Centre-back
  • Preferred foot: Right

Club career (high-level)

  • Youth clubs: Began at FC Hirschlanden-Schöckingen, then TV Echterdingen, moved to VfB Stuttgart youth, and later joined 1. FC Nürnberg youth system.
  • FC Thun (Switzerland): Broke into professional senior football with FC Thun in the Swiss Super League.
  • BSC Young Boys (Switzerland): Transferred to Young Boys, establishing himself in the Swiss top flight.
  • 1. FC Köln (Germany): Moved to Germany and played for Köln in the Bundesliga.
  • VfL Wolfsburg (Germany): Signed for Wolfsburg and competed in the Bundesliga; had loan spells (notably back to Norwich City later in career).
  • Norwich City (England): Joined Norwich City (initially on loan, later permanent), featuring in the English Championship and the Premier League during promotions and relegations.
  • Later career: Returned to Switzerland later in his career.

International career

  • Represented Switzerland at youth levels and progressed to the Switzerland senior national team.
  • Earned multiple caps as a central defender; included in squads for competitive fixtures and qualifying campaigns during his peak years.
  • Missed selection for some major tournaments at times due to competition for places and injuries.

Playing style and attributes

  • Strong aerial ability and effective in defensive duels.
  • Calm on the ball with good positioning and tackling.
  • Leads from the back and contributes to organization of the defensive line.

Notable facts

  • Though born in Germany, Klose chose to represent Switzerland internationally.
  • Has experienced football in Switzerland, Germany and England across top divisions.

Disclaimer: This is a concise overview. For current club status, latest statistics (appearances, goals) and recent transfers, consult up-to-date sources as player careers change over time.