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Signs permanently for Everton Rohl has completed his permanent transfer to Everton from Freiburg after the club triggered their obligation to buy, the club announced.

Impact Rohl made 20 appearances during his debut season on Merseyside after joining on an initial loan in September 2025, scoring his first Premier League goal against Sunderland in the final home game of the campaign. Rohl endured a difficult start that included an operation and a spell out of the starting lineup before earning the trust of coach David Moyes with a strong performance against Manchester City that led to more regular starts toward the end of the season. The midfielder expressed his love for the city, the club and the unique atmosphere at Hill Dickinson Stadium, describing Everton as the perfect club for him as both a person and a footballer heading into the 2026/27 campaign.

JULY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Nets goal Rohl scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal) and one cross (one accurate) in Sunday's 3-1 loss against Sunderland.

Impact Rohl came up with the opening goal Sunday before his club's eventual loss, finding the back of the net in the 43rd minute. The midfielder earned his third straight start as well, seemingly earning a starting role after a great match against Manchester City. This does give him his first goal contribution all season, coming after 15 appearances (five starts).

MAY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Four tackles in first PL start Rohl had one shot (zero on goal) in Tuesday's 2-0 win over Nottingham Forest.

Impact With Carlos Alcaraz (undisclosed) sidelined by injury, Rohl made his first start in an attacking midfield role and played the full 90 minutes. He attempted one shot and provided solid defensive work with four tackles (won three) along with four clearances and one block.

DECEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Fit for bench Rohl (groin) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Arsenal.

Impact Rohl was likely to be an option if he passed a fitness test, and after passing some testing, the midfielder is an option from the bench. He will now hope to get accustomed to his new team after injury struggles to begin the campaign, having yet to start in six appearances.

DECEMBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Late fitness call against Arsenal Rohl (groin) trained with the team this week and will be a late call for Saturday's clash against Arsenal, coach David Moyes said in the press conference. "Merlin is back. He's bee...

Impact Rohl seems to have fully recovered from the groin injury that sidelined him since five games as he was back in full team training this week. The midfielder will be assessed after the final training session and hope to be part of the squad for Saturday's clash against the Gunners. That said, he has mainly been a bench option this season, therefore his return will not affect the starting XI.

DECEMBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to training on grass Rohl (groin) is back on grass, according to manager David Moyes. "With Jared and Merlin, they are back on the grass doing some work. Merlin is obviously much further on than Jared....

Impact Rohl is progressing through his recovery with a major step in his return this week, with the midfielder back on grass to train. This likely leaves group training just a week or so away for the midfielder, potentially an option by the end of December. He served in a rotational option for the club when fit, hoping to give their summer signing some more chances once fit.

DECEMBER 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Undergoes hernia operation Rohl is not an option for the time being due to a hernia operation, according to manager David Moyes. "Unfortunately, Merlin had an operation a week last Monday on his hernia. It'...

Impact Rohl is hitting the sidelines following the break, as the midfielder had to undergo surgery on a hernia and will miss a few weeks due to the injury. This is a minor loss for the club as they lose a summer signing, having yet to start a match this season. He will hope to return to the team sheet in mid-December, although that will depend on his recovery.

NOVEMBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Available off bench Rohl (hip) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Manchester City.

Impact Rohl has recovered from a hip injury and is expected to be available off the bench for Saturday's match against Manchester City. He returned to full team training this week and looks ready to rejoin the matchday squad. The young midfielder came off the bench in each of the first three Premier League games and should maintain that role for now.

OCTOBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Could be in contention Rohl (hip) is back in team training and could be available for Saturday's clash against Manchester City, coach David Moyes said in the press conference.

Impact Rohl missed the last three games due to a hip injury but was spotted back in team training this week, suggesting he could be part of the squad that will face Manchester City on Saturday. That said, the young midfielder has only been a bench option in the first three games of the Premier League season and should keep a similar role moving forward for the Toffees.

OCTOBER 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Not training on grass Rohl (hip) isn't back training on grass yet, according to manager David Moyes. "Both the same - no change, neither of them fit for the game but they're both making progress and, wi...

Impact Rohl is still sidelined, and has yet to get back training on the grass. There's some optimism that he will be back training during the international break, with a return for an Oct. 18 trip to Manchester City. Rohl is likely to be a bench option when fit, though he should be a significant rotational option in holding midfield.

OCTOBER 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Still sidelined Rohl (undisclosed) isn't available for Monday's clash with West Ham, per manager David Moyes."He'll not be available for Monday, neither is Merlin. Both of them are out."

Impact Rohl is recovering from the same issue that sidelined him for the Merseyside derby. The midfielder doesn't have an exact timeline on his return, and Moyes has been cagey about the nature of the injury. He has one more chance to return before the international break, an Oct. 5 clash with Crystal Palace.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Not available against Liverpool Rohl (undisclosed) is dealing with a knock picked up in Friday's training session and is therefore not available for Saturday's Merseyside derby against Liverpool, according to the...

Impact Rohl suffered a knock in training on Friday and is ruled out for the Merseyside derby against Liverpool as he couldn't be deemed fit enough for the game. The midfielder will likely be assessed at the beginning of next week to see if he can be back available for upcoming fixtures. That said, Rohl was just a bench option for the Toffees this season, therefore his absence doesn't impact the starting XI.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Joins Everton on loan Rohl has been loaned to Everton from Freiburg, according to his new club.

Impact Rohl will take his talents to the Premier League for a season and possibly more, joining Everton with an option to buy after the 2025/26 season. He saw a rotational role with Freiburg last season, starting in 11 of his 19 appearances. His role with Everton is unlikely to change too much, with a rotational role likely to be in his future again unless he can see a breakout.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Back in training Rohl (neck) returned to training, Freiburg announced Thursday.

Impact Rohl is working his way back from a neck issue that kept him out from the opening portion of pre-season. The midfielder should be fit for the final pre-season friendly, and is expected to go in the opener against Augsburg. Rohl took a bit of a step back last season, but is expected to compete for a sizeable role in his third senior campaign in the top flight.

AUGUST 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Smaller role Rohl was limited to just 19 appearances (11 starts) due to injuries and poor form.

Impact Rohl had a bit of a sophomore slump during his second year as a Bundesliga starter. He established himself as a major part of the starting XI during a breakout 2023 campaign, but dwindled this season. He will hope to get fit and get back to a big role next season as one of the top choice attacking midfielders.

MAY 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

On bench Saturday Rohl (heel) is on the bench for Saturday's clash with Hoffenheim.

Impact Rohl was expected to be available for Saturday's game after recovering from illness and a heel injury. He was a regular starter before the injury but will likely need time to regain full match fitness. He is expected to build up his minutes gradually off the bench before pushing to reclaim a starting role for Freiburg.

APRIL 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Hoffenheim Rohl (heel) is available for Saturday's game against Hoffenheim, coach Julian Schuster said in the press conference. "Yes, absolutely. The last week of training was good, he's conf...

Impact Rohl has fully recovered from his illness and heel problems and is now back available for Saturday's game. He had been a regular starter for Freiburg prior to his injuries that kept him out for five games and will likely reclaim that starting spot in the upcoming matches.

APRIL 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Rohl (illness) is out for Saturday's match against Galdbach.

Impact Rohl is still not an option due to his illness, with the midfielder left off the team sheet Saturday. This makes it five straight matches out for the player, hopeful he can return next contest after being close to facing Gladbach.

APRIL 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Could be back against Gladbach Rohl could be back for Saturday's game against Gladbach after training with the team this week and recovering from a foot injury and a recent infection, coach Julian Schuster said...

Impact Rohl has been motivated and training well this week and will likely be a late call for Saturday's game. This is good news for the team since he has been a regular starter this season. That said, he is unlikely to be rushed back into the starting XI and will likely build his fitness off the bench in the upcoming games, with Lucas Holer maintaining a larger role in the frontline.

APRIL 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Hopes to train next week Rohl is still dealing with his illness and hasn't resumed team training yet. He has been ruled out for Saturday's clash against Dortmund, and coach Julian Schuster hopes he will be...

Impact Rohl is still dealing with an illness that will rule him out for a fourth consecutive game in the Bundesliga. The staff is hopeful he will be back in training next week and available for next Saturday's game against Gladbach. He has been a regular starter this season, and his absence is forcing a change in the starting XI, with Lucas Holer and Eren Dinkci likely to replace him.

APRIL 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Not yet training Rohl (undisclosed) is yet to re-join training, Freiburg announced.

Impact Rohl will be a doubt for Sunday's clash with Union Berlin as he's yet to get back in training. The midfielder is a key part of the team when fit, and has been heavily limited by an illness in the back half of the international break. Fitness is the main concern for Rohl after missing more than a week of training coming off a muscular issue.

MARCH 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers illness, hopeful for Sunday Rohl was held out of a friendly over the international break due to an illness but is hopeful to return against Union Berlin on Sunday, according to Kicker.

Impact Rohl has been handed an injury double, as he was first dealing with a heel contusion before the break but has now suffered an infection that kept him out of a friendly. Luckily, it appears he is on the mend and will look to eye the field again soon. A return could come as early as Sunday against Berlin, although they may be cautious and wait another week, as he is a regular starter when fit.

MARCH 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Still sidelined Rohl (undisclosed) is still sidelined and will not be available for Saturday's match against Mainz, coach Julian Schuster said in a press conference.

Impact Rohl will miss a second straight game due to injury and does not have a clear timeline for his return. His absence will impact the starting lineup as he has been a regular starter since the start of 2025. Lucas Holer is expected to replace him until he recovers.

MARCH 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

First assist of season Rohl assisted once to go with one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Tuesday's 4-1 loss to Eintracht Frankfurt.

Impact Rohl directed a pinpoint cross into the box to assist the lone SC Freiburg goal Tuesday as they fell 4-1 to Eintracht Frankfurt. The midfielder was handed his second successive start after four substitute appearances coming off of an eight-match absence. The assist was his first of the season. In addition to his offensive output, Rohl added three tackles (one won) to the defensive effort during his 78 minutes of play.

JANUARY 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Solid effort in start Rohl registered three shots (zero on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 3-2 win against Holstein Kiel.

Impact Rohl picked up his first start since September 14, and he delivered a solid effort with a season-high three shots, before subbing out in the 69th minute. He also set a season high with 25 completed passes.

JANUARY 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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