Niklas Bernd Dorsch (born 15 January 1998) is a German professional footballer who plays as a defensive midfielder for Canadian Major League Soccer club Toronto FC.
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Club career
Bayern Munich
On 2 September 2015, Dorsch signed a one-year apprentice contract, lasting until 30 June 2016, followed by a two-year full professional contract from 1 July 2016 until 30 June 2018.
In the 2015–16 season, Dorsch joined the squad of Bayern Munich II, making his debut in the Regionalliga Bayern on 5 March 2016 in a 0–1 away loss against Wacker Burghausen. Dorsch scored his first goal for the reserve team in the first match of the 2016–17 season on 17 July 2016, opening the scoring in the 7th minute of the 2–1 home win against FV Illertissen. The following season, Dorsch became captain of the second team.
In the 2017–18 season, Dorsch made his Bundesliga debut for the first team on 28 April 2018 in a 4–1 home win against Eintracht Frankfurt. Dorsch opened the scoring in the 43rd minute via an assist from Sandro Wagner.
1. FC Heidenheim
On 23 May 2018, Dorsch moved to 2. Bundesliga side 1. FC Heidenheim on a free transfer, with a three-year contract lasting until 30 June 2021.
Gent
On 22 July 2020, Dorsch joined Belgian Pro League side Gent, signing a four-year contract.
FC Augsburg
On 8 July 2021, Dorsch joined Bundesliga side FC Augsburg, signing a five-year contract until 30 June 2026.
Toronto FC
On 28 July 2026, Dorsch moved to Major League Soccer and joined Toronto FC until the end of the 2030–31 season. A month later, on 15 August, he scored his first goal from a long-range strike in a 2–1 victory over New England Revolution.
Career statistics
Club
As of match played 19 August 2026
Honours
Germany U21
UEFA European Under-21 Championship: 2021
Individual
Fritz Walter Medal U17 Silver: 2015
UEFA European Under-21 Championship Team of the Tournament: 2021
Bundesliga Goal of the Month: December 2021