Stefan Ortega is a professional footballer from Germany who plays as a goalkeeper.
He was born on November 6, 1992, in Hofgeismar, Hesse, to a Spanish father and a German mother.
Ortega began his professional career at Arminia Bielefeld, making his debut in 2011.
Biography
Early Life
Stefan Ortega Moreno was born on November 6, 1992, in Hofgeismar, Hesse, Germany. He comes from a diverse background, with a Spanish father and a German mother, which may have influenced his multicultural perspective and approach to life and sport.
Career
Ortega's football journey began at TSV Jahn Calden before moving to KSV Baunatal and then KSV Hessen Kassel. In 2007, he joined the youth setup of Arminia Bielefeld, where he made his senior debut on October 1, 2011, against 1. FC Heidenheim. After a brief struggle for a starting position, he became part of the squad that achieved promotion to the 2. Bundesliga in the 2012-13 season. In June 2014, Ortega transferred to TSV 1860 München, where he quickly established himself as the first-choice goalkeeper. Following a relegation in 2017, he returned to Arminia Bielefeld, helping the team gain promotion to the Bundesliga in 2020.
In 2022, Ortega made a significant move to Manchester City F.C., where he is expected to play until 2026. He also had a brief stint with Nottingham Forest F.C. in 2026 before joining Olympiacos F.C. His international career includes a call-up to the German U19 national team and a nomination for the senior national team for UEFA Euro 2020, showcasing his growth and recognition in the sport.
Legacy
Stefan Ortega's career reflects a steady progression through the ranks of German football, marked by resilience and determination. His ability to adapt and excel at various levels of competition has made him a notable figure in the football community, and his journey continues as he takes on new challenges in Greece with Olympiacos.
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Career & Clubs
In autumn 2010, Ortega was called up to the German U19 national team, but remained an unused substitute. On 21 May 2021, he was nominated as a potential reserve for the Germany national team for UEFA Euro 2020. His call-up for the squad was contingent if Manuel Neuer, Bernd Leno or Kevin Trapp had to withdraw due to injury. In November 2024 and March 2025, he was called up to the senior team.
Germany
Ortega began his career at the north Hessian club TSV Jahn Calden before transferring to KSV Baunatal, then to KSV Hessen Kassel. In 2007, he transferred to Arminia Bielefeld and became a part of their youth setup. In the 2010–11 Season he had six appearances for the B team competing in the Regionalliga West. One year later the first team called him, and he made his senior debut for Arminia on 1 October 2011 against 1. FC Heidenheim replacing the injured Patrick Platins. After a poor performance against rivals Preußen Münster, Ortega lost his place to the Platins, instead appearing primarily in the regional Westfalenpokal. Nevertheless, Ortega was part of the Arminia squad that achieved promotion to the 2. Bundesliga at the end of the 2012–13 season, subsequently agreeing to a two-year contract extension. In June 2014, Ortega joined 1860 Munich on a free transfer. He made his Münchner Lions debut in the 1st round of the 2014–15 DFB-Pokal, winning 2–1 over Holstein Kiel. After Gábor Király departed in August 2014, Ortega established himself as first-choice goalkeeper.
1860 Munich were relegated at the end of the 2016–17 season; Ortega left the club, transferring back to Arminia on a three-year contract, succeeding the outgoing Wolfgang Hesl. In January 2020, Ortega extended his contract until June 2022 following transfer interest from Bundesliga club Bayer 04 Leverkusen. With Arminia Bielefeld, Ortega was promoted to the Bundesliga in 2020. At his first…
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- Arminia Bielefeld (2017–2022)
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- Nottingham Forest F.C. (2026–2026)
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- Olympiacos F.C. (2026–)
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- 3. Liga
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- 2. Bundesliga
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- Bundesliga
- National team
- Germany
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- TSV 1860 München (2014–2017)
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- Manchester City F.C. (2022–2026)
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- Arminia Bielefeld (2011–2014)
Personal
Stefan Ortega Moreno was born on 6 November 1992 in Hofgeismar, Hesse. His father is Spanish and his mother is German.
Clubs
Played together with
Aaron RamseyNottingham Forest F.C. · 2010–2011- Abdelaziz AhanfoufArminia Bielefeld · 2006–2007
- Abderrahim OuakiliTSV 1860 München · 1997–1999
- Abdisalam IbrahimManchester City F.C. · 2010–2014
Abdoulaye BaTSV 1860 München · 2017–2017
Abdukodir KhusanovManchester City F.C. · 2025
Abdul RazakManchester City F.C. · 2011–2013
Abedi PeleTSV 1860 München · 1996–1998
Adalbert ZafirovArminia Bielefeld · 1998–1998
Adam ClaytonManchester City F.C. · 2008–2010- Adam DruryManchester City F.C. · 2011–2015
Adam JohnsonManchester City F.C. · 2010–2012
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Identifiers & aliases
Stefan Ortega Moreno is a German professional footballer who plays as a goalkeeper for Super League Greece club Olympiacos.
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