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Jonathan Glao Tah (German pronunciation: [ˈjoːnatan ˈtaː]; born 11 February 1996) is a German professional footballer who plays as a centre-back for Bundesliga club Bayern Munich and the Germany national team.
Key Information
Early life
[edit]Tah was born in Hamburg, to an Ivorian father and a German mother.[2] He grew up in the Hamburg district of Altona.[3]
Club career
[edit]Hamburger SV
[edit]
Tah started playing football at local clubs Altona 93 and SC Concordia before being snapped up by Hamburger SV. On 4 August 2013, Tah made his competitive debut for Hamburg in a DFB-Pokal match against SV Schott Jena.[4] He made his Bundesliga debut on 21 September 2013 in a 2-0 home loss against Werder Bremen.[5]
On 1 September 2014, Tah was loaned to Fortuna Düsseldorf for a year.[6]
Bayer Leverkusen
[edit]On 15 July 2015, Tah signed a five-year contract with Bundesliga club Bayer Leverkusen for a fee of €7.5 million.[7] On 28 January 2017, he scored his first senior career goal in a 3–2 defeat against Borussia Mönchengladbach.[8]
On 26 February 2018, Bayer Leverkusen announced the extension of his contract with the club until 2023.[9] Tah made his 100th Bundesliga appearance for the club on 10 March 2019.[10] In September 2021, he signed a contract extension with the club until 2025.[11]
Tah was part of the Leverkusen side that won their first Bundesliga title ever during the 2023–24 season, clinching the league with a win against Werder Bremen on 14 April 2024.[12][13] On 3 May 2024, he was included in the Bundesliga team of the season along with five of his Leverkusen teammates.[14]
In September 2024, Tah announced that he would not renew his contract.[15][16] He left Leverkusen as a free agent when his contract expired following the conclusion of the 2024–25 season.[17]
Bayern Munich
[edit]On 29 May 2025, Tah joined Bayern Munich, signing a deal until 30 June 2029.[18][19] It was reported that Bayern paid a fixed fee of €800,000, not including bonuses, to have him available for the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup prior to the expiration of his contract with Bayer Leverkusen.[20] On 26 September, he scored his first goal for the club in a 4–0 victory over Werder Bremen.[21] Later that year, on 9 December, he netted his first UEFA Champions League goal in a 3–1 victory over Sporting CP.[22]
International career
[edit]
After playing for the Germany youth sides from U16 to U21, Tah received his first call up to the senior Germany squad in March 2016 for friendlies against England and Italy.[23] He made his debut in the former, coming on at half-time for Mats Hummels in a 2–3 loss.[24] He was called up to replace Antonio Rüdiger at Euro 2016, but didn't play in the tournament.[25]
Tah was not included in the Germany squads for the 2018 World Cup or the 2022 World Cup.[26]
Tah was named in Germany's squad for UEFA Euro 2024.[27]
Career statistics
[edit]Club
[edit]- As of match played 21 February 2026[28]
| Club | Season | League | DFB-Pokal | Europe | Other | Total | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Division | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | ||
| Hamburger SV | 2013–14 | Bundesliga | 16 | 0 | 4 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 | 20 | 0 | |
| Fortuna Düsseldorf (loan) | 2014–15 | 2. Bundesliga | 23 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 23 | 0 | ||
| Bayer Leverkusen | 2015–16 | Bundesliga | 29 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 12[a] | 0 | — | 45 | 0 | |
| 2016–17 | Bundesliga | 19 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 5[b] | 0 | — | 26 | 1 | ||
| 2017–18 | Bundesliga | 28 | 0 | 5 | 0 | — | — | 33 | 0 | |||
| 2018–19 | Bundesliga | 33 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 3[c] | 0 | — | 38 | 3 | ||
| 2019–20 | Bundesliga | 25 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 9[d] | 0 | — | 39 | 0 | ||
| 2020–21 | Bundesliga | 27 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 7[c] | 0 | — | 35 | 1 | ||
| 2021–22 | Bundesliga | 33 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 8[c] | 0 | — | 42 | 2 | ||
| 2022–23 | Bundesliga | 33 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 14[e] | 0 | — | 47 | 1 | ||
| 2023–24 | Bundesliga | 31 | 4 | 6 | 2 | 11[c] | 0 | — | 48 | 6 | ||
| 2024–25 | Bundesliga | 33 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 10[b] | 0 | 1[f] | 0 | 49 | 4 | |
| Total | 291 | 15 | 31 | 3 | 79 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 402 | 18 | ||
| Bayern Munich | 2024–25 | Bundesliga | — | — | — | 5[g] | 0 | 5 | 0 | |||
| 2025–26 | Bundesliga | 20 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 8[b] | 1 | 1[f] | 0 | 33 | 3 | |
| Total | 20 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 8 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 38 | 3 | ||
| Career total | 350 | 17 | 40 | 3 | 86 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 483 | 21 | ||
- ^ Eight appearances in UEFA Champions League, four appearances in UEFA Europa League
- ^ a b c Appearances in UEFA Champions League
- ^ a b c d Appearances in UEFA Europa League
- ^ Five appearances in UEFA Champions League, four appearances in UEFA Europa League
- ^ Six appearances in UEFA Champions League, eight appearances in UEFA Europa League
- ^ a b Appearance in DFL/Franz Beckenbauer Supercup
- ^ Appearances in FIFA Club World Cup
International
[edit]- As of match played 17 November 2025[28]
| National team | Year | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|
| Germany | |||
| 2016 | 4 | 0 | |
| 2019 | 5 | 0 | |
| 2020 | 4 | 0 | |
| 2021 | 1 | 0 | |
| 2022 | 2 | 0 | |
| 2023 | 5 | 0 | |
| 2024 | 12 | 0 | |
| 2025 | 10 | 0 | |
| Total | 43 | 0 | |
Honours
[edit]Bayer Leverkusen
Bayern Munich
Individual
References
[edit]- ^ a b c "Squad List: FIFA Club World Cup 2025: FC Bayern München (GER)" (PDF). FIFA. 4 July 2025. p. 15. Archived (PDF) from the original on 13 July 2025. Retrieved 18 July 2025.
- ^ "Jonathan Tah, Leverkusen's defensive 'battleship'". Bundesliga. Archived from the original on 22 April 2024. Retrieved 12 June 2020.
- ^ Schiller, Kai; Weßling, Sebastian (6 September 2019). "Nationalspieler Jonathan Tah: "Bin zum Mann geworden"". Berliner Morgenpost (in German). Berliner Morgenpost GmbH (Funke Mediengruppe NRW GmbH & Co. KGaA). Retrieved 22 September 2020.
- ^ "Der HSV dank Rudnevs am Ende standesgemäß" (in German). Kicker. Retrieved 2 September 2014.
- ^ Überblick, Alle Spiele im. "Fußball-Bundesliga: Nils Petersen verschärft die HSV-Krise". sueddeutsche.de (in German). ISSN 0174-4917. Retrieved 15 April 2016.
- ^ "Jonathan Tah und Kerem Demirbay werden für ein Jahr verliehen" [Jonathan Tah and Kerem Demirbay will be loaned for one year] (in German). Hamburger SV. 1 September 2014. Archived from the original on 3 September 2014. Retrieved 2 September 2014.
- ^ "Tah joins Bayer Leverkusen from Hamburg". Sky Sports. Retrieved 16 July 2015.
- ^ "Bayer 04 Leverkusen - Bor. Mönchengladbach 2:3" (in German). Kicker. 28 January 2017.
- ^ "Jonathan Tah signs Bayer Leverkusen contract extension through 2022-23". 26 February 2018. Retrieved 16 April 2018.
- ^ "Kai Havertz rescues Bayer Leverkusen with late winner in Hannover". Bundesliga. 11 March 2019. Retrieved 11 March 2019.
- ^ "Leverkusen confirm that Tah's release clause has expired". Bundesliga News. 11 July 2023. Retrieved 13 November 2023.
- ^ Whelan, Padraig (14 April 2024). "🚨 Bayer Leverkusen crowned German champions for first time 🏆". OneFootball. Retrieved 14 April 2024.
- ^ "Bayer Leverkusen beat Werder Bremen to win the Bundesliga!". bundesliga.com. 14 April 2024.
- ^ a b "Bundesliga Team of the Season 2023/24 by EA FC 24!". Bundesliga. 3 May 2024. Retrieved 3 May 2024.
- ^ "Tah confirma que no renovará su contrato con el Bayer Leverkusen". Mundo Deportivo (in Spanish). 7 September 2024. Retrieved 28 February 2025.
- ^ Correas, Ferran (7 September 2024). "Tah no renovará con el Leverkusen". Diario Sport (in Spanish). Retrieved 28 February 2025.
- ^ Stafford-Bloor, Sebastian; Bosher, Luke (21 April 2025). "Jonathan Tah confirms Bayer Leverkusen exit at the end of his contract". The Athletic. Archived from the original on 21 April 2025. Retrieved 22 April 2025.
- ^ "FC Bayern sign Jonathan Tah". FC Bayern Munich. 29 May 2025. Retrieved 29 May 2025.
- ^ "Jonathan Tah joins Bayern Munich from Bayer Leverkusen". Bundesliga. 29 May 2025. Retrieved 29 May 2025.
- ^ CSmith1919 (7 June 2025). "So...what did Bayern Munich pay Bayer Leverkusen to get Jonathan Tah early? We might know". Bavarian Football Works. Retrieved 17 June 2025.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link) - ^ "Rauschender Sieg im Wiesn-Heimspiel! Bayern schlägt Werder" (in German). FC Bayern Munich. 26 September 2025.
- ^ "Achtelfinale im Blick: Bayern feiern Comeback-Sieg gegen Sporting" (in German). FC Bayern Munich. 9 December 2025.
- ^ "Löw calls up Leverkusen's Tah for England and Italy games". bundesliga.com. 18 March 2016. Archived from the original on 14 January 2018. Retrieved 21 March 2016.
- ^ "Germany squander 2-0 lead against England". dfb.de. German Football Association. 26 March 2016. Retrieved 27 March 2016.
- ^ "Löw calls up Tah to replace Rüdiger". dfb.de. German Football Association. 8 June 2016. Retrieved 9 September 2016.
- ^ "BREAKING: Leroy Sané among cuts from Die Mannschaft". Bavarian Football Works. 4 June 2018. Retrieved 4 June 2018.
- ^ "UEFA Euro 2024: All squads and players full list". Olympics.com. 7 June 2024. Retrieved 7 June 2024.
- ^ a b "J. Tah". Soccerway. Retrieved 22 November 2016.
- ^ "Bayer Leverkusen are 2023/24 Bundesliga champions!". Bundesliga. 15 April 2024. Retrieved 15 April 2024.
- ^ "Bayer Leverkusen battle back to beat VfB Stuttgart on penalties in Supercup". Bundesliga. 17 August 2024. Retrieved 17 August 2024.
- ^ "Bayern München ist der erste Gewinner des Franz-Beckenbauer-Supercups". Spiegel (in German). 16 August 2025. Retrieved 16 August 2025.
- ^ "Fritz-Walter-Medaille in Gold für Bremer, Tah und Passlack" (in German). German Football Association. 30 July 2015. Retrieved 30 July 2015.
- ^ "UEFA Europa League Squad of the Season". UEFA. Union of European Football Associations. 26 August 2020. Retrieved 26 August 2020.
- ^ "2022/23 UEFA Europa League Team of the Season". UEFA. Union of European Football Associations. 4 June 2023. Retrieved 4 June 2023.
- ^ "2023/24 UEFA Europa League Team of the Season". UEFA. Union of European Football Associations. 24 May 2024. Retrieved 24 May 2024.
- ^ "The EA FC 25 Bundesliga Team of the Season 2024/25". Bundesliga. 9 May 2025. Retrieved 9 May 2025.
- ^ "Florian Wirtz ist VDV-Spieler der Saison" (in German). VDV. 27 May 2024. Retrieved 27 May 2024.
- ^ "Florian Wirtz ist erneut VDV-Spieler der Saison" (in German). VDV. 28 May 2025. Retrieved 28 May 2025.
- ^ "The Athletic's end-of-season awards, 2023–24: Men's football". The Athletic. 21 May 2024. Archived from the original on 21 May 2024. Retrieved 5 June 2024.
External links
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Wikimedia Commons has media related to Jonathan Tah.
- Profile at the FC Bayern Munich website
- Jonathan Tah at DFB (also available in German)
- Jonathan Tah – UEFA competition record (archive)
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Early life and youth career
Early life
Jonathan Tah was born on 11 February 1996 in Hamburg, Germany, to Aquilas Tah, an Ivorian father, and Anja Tah, a German mother.[6][7] His multicultural heritage, blending Ivorian and German influences, shaped his early sense of identity in a diverse urban environment.[8] Tah grew up in the Altona district of Hamburg, a vibrant, multicultural neighborhood known for its mix of immigrant communities and working-class families.[9] His parents divorced during his childhood, after which he was primarily raised by his mother, a kindergarten teacher, alongside his sister Deborah.[7] This family dynamic fostered a close-knit household, where Tah often took on responsibilities like walking his sister home from kindergarten at the age of six, navigating the streets of Altona while his mother worked.[10] In his early years, Tah's energetic playstyle earned him the affectionate nickname "the cloth ripper" from his mother, who frequently had to replace his torn clothes due to his rough-and-tumble activities on local fields and streets.[11] Family life and community interactions in Altona provided key influences, exposing him to a blend of cultures through everyday neighborhood life, though specific non-football pursuits like school and sibling care highlighted his grounded childhood.[10]Youth career
Jonathan Tah began his organized football journey at local Hamburg club Altona 93 at the age of four in 2000, and SC Concordia, before joining the Hamburger SV youth academy in the summer of 2009 at the age of 13.[12][1] He demonstrated rapid progression through the club's age-group teams, advancing from the U15 to the U19 level within four years, showcasing his potential as a commanding centre-back with strong aerial ability and composure.[13] Tah's talent earned him international recognition with the Germany youth national teams starting in 2011, where he made his debut for the U16 side and went on to represent the U17, U18, U19, and U21 levels.[14] He captained several of these squads, including the U17, U18, U19, and U21 teams, highlighting his leadership qualities during tournaments such as the 2015 UEFA European Under-19 Championship.[6] On 4 August 2013, Tah made his competitive debut for Hamburger SV's senior team in a DFB-Pokal match against SV Schott Jena, becoming the youngest defender to feature for the club at 17 years, five months, and 23 days old.[6] He followed this with his Bundesliga debut on 24 August 2013 in a 1–0 away loss to Hertha BSC, marking the start of his transition to professional football.[13] To gain further experience, Tah was loaned to Fortuna Düsseldorf in the 2. Bundesliga on 1 September 2014 for the 2014–15 season, where he made 23 appearances and adapted to the physical and tactical demands of regular senior-level play.[15]Club career
Hamburger SV
Tah was promoted to Hamburger SV's full-time senior squad ahead of the 2013–14 Bundesliga season at the age of 17, following his progression through the club's youth ranks where he had already made a brief senior debut in a friendly. He quickly established himself as a promising centre-back, making his competitive professional debut on 4 August 2013 in a 4–0 DFB-Pokal away win at SV Schott Jena, starting and playing 6 minutes.[16][17] His Bundesliga debut came on 24 August 2013, substituting on for 1 minute in a 0–1 away loss to Hertha BSC under coach Thorsten Fink. He made his first start on 21 September 2013 in a 0–2 home loss to Werder Bremen.[18][19][20] During the 2013–14 campaign, Tah became a regular fixture in the defense amid Hamburger SV's turbulent season, which saw the club flirt with relegation and finish 16th, surviving only through a playoff win over Greuther Fürth.[21] He featured in 16 Bundesliga matches, accumulating 1,275 minutes, along with 4 DFB-Pokal appearances totaling 276 minutes, for a senior total of 20 outings without scoring but providing 1 assist.[21] Tah's physical presence stood out, particularly his aerial prowess—winning a high percentage of duels thanks to his 1.95m frame—and solid positioning that contributed to key clean sheets in matches against mid-table sides.[22] These attributes marked his emergence as a set-piece asset, often tasked with marking opponents and contributing to defensive organization during corners and free-kicks.[23] In the 2014–15 season, Tah remained part of Hamburger SV's senior setup initially but did not feature in any competitive matches before departing on loan in late August, limiting his direct involvement at the club.[24] His tenure at Hamburger SV concluded with a permanent transfer to Bayer 04 Leverkusen on 16 July 2015 for a reported fee of €9.5 million, reflecting his rapid rise and potential as a top-tier defender.[25]Fortuna Düsseldorf (loan)
On 1 September 2014, Jonathan Tah joined Fortuna Düsseldorf on a season-long loan from Hamburger SV, marking his first extended opportunity for regular senior football in the 2. Bundesliga.[1] During the 2014–15 campaign, he adapted to the league's demands, featuring in 23 league matches as a centre-back and contributing to the team's defensive efforts.[26] His performances helped Fortuna Düsseldorf secure a solid mid-table position, finishing 10th in the 34-match season and avoiding relegation concerns.[27] Tah faced the challenge of adjusting to the physical intensity of second-tier German football, which emphasized robust tackling and aerial duels compared to his prior Bundesliga exposure at Hamburger SV. This loan spell proved instrumental in his development, allowing him to gain maturity in defensive positioning and build confidence in competitive matches.[13] Although he did not score or provide assists, his reliable presence in the backline underscored his potential as a composed defender.[26] The loan concluded at the end of the 2014–15 season in June 2015, after which Tah returned to Hamburger SV before securing a permanent transfer to Bayer 04 Leverkusen in July 2015, where his growth during the Düsseldorf stint was highlighted as a key factor in the move.[1]Bayer 04 Leverkusen
Jonathan Tah joined Bayer 04 Leverkusen from Hamburger SV on July 16, 2015, signing a five-year contract for a reported transfer fee of €9.5 million.[25][28] Under manager Roger Schmidt, Tah quickly integrated into the first team, making his debut for the club in the DFB-Pokal on August 8, 2015, during a 3-0 away win against Sportfreunde Lotte.[29] His Bundesliga debut was on 15 August 2015 in a 2–1 home victory over TSG 1899 Hoffenheim, where he started as a center-back and contributed to the win.[30][31] During the 2015–16 season, Tah established himself as a regular starter, appearing in 28 Bundesliga matches and helping Leverkusen secure a sixth-place finish. The campaign also featured a notable run in European competition; after finishing third in their UEFA Champions League group behind Barcelona and AS Roma, Leverkusen dropped into the UEFA Europa League knockout stages, where Tah played in four matches en route to the quarter-finals, ultimately eliminated by Villarreal on away goals. Over the subsequent seasons, Tah's consistency became a hallmark of his tenure, with him featuring in over 30 appearances across all competitions in most years, including the 2022–23 season where he logged 45 total outings.[32] Tah's defensive partnership with Edmond Tapsoba, particularly from 2019 onward, formed the backbone of Leverkusen's backline, contributing to improved defensive records and progression in domestic cups. The pinnacle came in the 2023–24 season under Xabi Alonso, where Leverkusen achieved the club's first Bundesliga title while remaining unbeaten across 34 league matches—the first such feat in German top-flight history. Tah started 31 Bundesliga games that year, scoring a career-high four goals, and was instrumental in a defense that conceded just 24 goals in the league.[15] His performances earned him a spot in the 2023/24 Bundesliga Team of the Season, as selected by analysts, and inclusion in the VDV (German Professional Footballers' Association) Team of the Year.[33][34] Across his decade at Leverkusen, Tah made 402 appearances in all competitions, scoring 18 goals, and became a club stalwart known for his aerial dominance, ball-playing ability, and leadership.[26] In April 2025, with his contract set to expire on June 30, Tah confirmed his departure from the club after 10 years, amid interest from several European teams, allowing him to leave as a free agent.[35]Bayern Munich
On 9 June 2025, Jonathan Tah officially joined Bayern Munich on a free transfer from Bayer 04 Leverkusen, signing a four-year contract until 30 June 2029 with an annual salary of approximately €12 million gross.[36][37] The move strengthened Bayern's defensive options ahead of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, where Tah made his debut in a 10–0 group stage victory over Auckland City on 16 June 2025.[38] As the defending Bundesliga champions under head coach Vincent Kompany, Bayern integrated Tah into their squad to bolster the backline amid high expectations for domestic and European success.[39] Tah made his Bundesliga debut for Bayern in the 2025–26 season opener against RB Leipzig on 22 August 2025, starting in central defense as the team secured a 2–1 victory.[40] As of early November 2025, he had made eight appearances in the Bundesliga, contributing one goal—his first for the club, scored on 26 September 2025 against Borussia Mönchengladbach—and forming a solid partnership with Dayot Upamecano that helped limit Bayern to just 10 goals conceded across all competitions in the opening matches.[41][42][43] This duo's chemistry has been praised for its balance of physicality and ball-playing ability, with sporting director Max Eberl highlighting their role in recent UEFA Champions League wins, including a victory over Paris Saint-Germain in November 2025.[44] Tah has adapted to Kompany's high-pressing system, emphasizing intensity and quick transitions, which he described as aligning with his playing style while requiring adjustment from his previous role.[45] Media coverage has focused on his emerging leadership qualities, with Tah expressing readiness to take on greater responsibility in the dressing room and on the pitch, earning respect through performances despite being a newcomer.[46] His integration positions him as a key figure in Bayern's Champions League campaign, where the team's defensive solidity could prove pivotal in pursuing further European honors.[47] As of 19 November 2025, Tah has continued to feature regularly, with updated totals to be reflected in the career statistics section.International career
Youth international career
Tah received his first call-up to the Germany under-16 national team in September 2011, where he made five appearances and scored one goal during friendlies against Scotland, Cyprus, Spain, and France.[14] He advanced to the under-17 side in 2012, accumulating 13 caps over the next year, including participation in the qualifying rounds for the 2013 UEFA European Under-17 Championship, where he was highlighted as a key defensive player for the hosts.[48][6] Between 2014 and 2015, Tah earned six caps for the Germany under-19 team, captaining the squad and contributing to its defensive stability, a performance that earned him the gold Fritz Walter Medal as the nation's top under-19 talent in 2015.[49][50] Tah debuted for the under-21 team in 2016 shortly after his initial senior involvement, making five appearances in youth internationals before fully transitioning to the senior squad; overall, he collected 14 under-21 caps through 2019, including captaining the team to the final of the 2019 UEFA European Under-21 Championship.[13] Born in Hamburg to an Ivorian father and German mother, Tah was eligible to represent Ivory Coast but committed to Germany due to his birthplace and early integration into its youth national setup starting from age 15.[51]Senior international career
Tah received his first senior call-up to the Germany national team in March 2016 for friendlies against England and Italy under coach Joachim Löw.[1] He made his debut on 26 March 2016, substituting in at halftime during a 1–0 friendly loss to England at Wembley Stadium, where he partnered Jérôme Boateng in central defense.[52] Tah quickly became a regular in the squad, earning 12 caps in 2016 alone as Germany prepared for major tournaments.[53] Tah was called up to the Germany squad for UEFA Euro 2016 as a replacement for the injured Antonio Rüdiger but did not feature in the tournament.[54] Despite being included in Germany's provisional 27-man squad for the 2018 FIFA World Cup, Tah was omitted from the final 23-man roster announced by Löw.[55] He continued to feature prominently in qualifiers and friendlies thereafter but was not selected for the UEFA Euro 2020 finals squad.[56] Similarly, Tah was left out of the 2022 FIFA World Cup squad under Hansi Flick, despite his consistent club form at Bayer Leverkusen.[53] Under Julian Nagelsmann, who took over as head coach in September 2023, Tah re-established himself as a cornerstone of the defense, often partnering with Antonio Rüdiger or Nico Schlotterbeck.[57] He was named in the squad for UEFA Euro 2024, where Germany hosted the tournament, and started all three group stage matches against Scotland, Hungary, and Switzerland, helping secure a perfect record to top Group A. Suspended for the round of 16 win over Denmark due to yellow card accumulation, Tah returned for the quarter-final against Spain on 5 July 2024, playing 80 minutes before Germany fell 2–1, marking the hosts' exit.[53] As of November 17, 2025, Tah had amassed 43 caps for Germany without scoring, including appearances in World Cup qualifying matches against Luxembourg (November 14, 2025) and Slovakia (November 17, 2025, 6–0 win).[53] Born to an Ivorian father and German mother, Tah was eligible to represent Ivory Coast internationally but committed to Germany after progressing through their youth system, turning down overtures from the Elephants.[58] His leadership qualities have been evident in Nagelsmann's setup, where he serves as a vocal organizer at the back, contributing to Germany's solid defensive record in recent Nations League and World Cup qualifying campaigns.[8]Career statistics
Club
As of 19 November 2025, Jonathan Tah's club career statistics are as follows:[59]| Club | Season | League | Apps | Goals | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hamburger SV | 2013–14 | Bundesliga | 18 | 0 | 0 |
| Fortuna Düsseldorf (loan) | 2014–15 | 2. Bundesliga | 23 | 0 | 0 |
| Bayer 04 Leverkusen | 2015–16 | Bundesliga | 13 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016–17 | Bundesliga | 30 | 1 | 1 | |
| 2017–18 | Bundesliga | 18 | 1 | 0 | |
| 2018–19 | Bundesliga | 25 | 1 | 1 | |
| 2019–20 | Bundesliga | 30 | 1 | 1 | |
| 2020–21 | Bundesliga | 32 | 1 | 1 | |
| 2021–22 | Bundesliga | 32 | 3 | 2 | |
| 2022–23 | Bundesliga | 30 | 1 | 1 | |
| 2023–24 | Bundesliga | 34 | 3 | 2 | |
| 2024–25 | Bundesliga | 32 | 6 | 4 | |
| Total for Bayer 04 Leverkusen | 402 | 18 | 13 | ||
| Bayern Munich | 2025–26 | Bundesliga | 21 | 1 | 2 |
| Career total | 464 | 19 | 15 |
International
Tah has represented Germany at various youth and senior levels. Key statistics as of 19 November 2025:[5]Youth international career
- Germany U17: Captained the team to victory at the 2015 FIFA U-17 World Cup in Chile, appearing in 6 matches with 0 goals. Also reached the semi-finals at the 2013 UEFA European Under-17 Championship in Slovakia, losing 5–4 after extra time to the Netherlands and finishing in third place overall.[5]
- Germany U19: Competed in qualifiers and friendlies.
- Germany U21: Won the 2019 UEFA European Under-21 Championship in Slovenia, with 5 appearances and 0 goals. Total U21: 18 (0).[5]
Senior international career
| National team | Years | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|
| Germany | 2016–present | 72 | 0 |
Individual awards
Tah's individual accolades include:- Fritz Walter Medal U19 Gold: 2015[1]
- Bundesliga Team of the Season (VDV): 2023–24, 2024–25[60]
- UEFA Europa League Team of the Season: 2019–20, 2022–23, 2023–24[61]
- Germany Player of the Year nominee: 2024[62]
Honours
Club
Jonathan Tah has won several major club honours during his professional career, primarily with Bayer 04 Leverkusen and FC Bayern Munich.[63]Bayer 04 Leverkusen
- Bundesliga: 2023–24
- DFB-Pokal: 2023–24
- DFL-Supercup: 2024
FC Bayern Munich
- DFL-Supercup (Franz Beckenbauer Supercup): 2025
Individual awards
Tah earned recognition for his defensive performances with selections to the Bundesliga Team of the Season in 2023–24 and 2024–25, as voted by members of the Vereinigung der Vertragsfußballspieler (VDV).[60] He was also named to the UEFA Europa League Team of the Season for 2019–20, 2022–23, and 2023–24, highlighting his contributions in European competition during his Leverkusen tenure.[61]International
Youth
- FIFA U-17 World Cup: 2015
- Fritz Walter Medal (U19): Gold 2015