VfB Stuttgart Team News - Soccer

Leo Sauer - Completes move to Stuttgart Sauer has joined VfB Stuttgart from Feyenoord on a contract through 2031, the club announced.

Impact Sauer made his Eredivisie debut for Feyenoord in August 2023 and went on to make 64 appearances in the competition, contributing 12 goals and eight assists. He's also featured six times in the Europa League this past season and twice in the Champions League in 2023-24. Stuttgart moved for the winger to add depth and firepower to its attack for 2026-27 and will provide competition for Chris Fuhrich on the left flank, giving the coach another option in that spot. He's also an established international, capped 11 times for Slovakia since his 2024 debut and part of the squad at Euro 2024.

21 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Justin Diehl - Out until late September Diehl sustained a muscle injury in the front of his thigh during team training and will be unable to participate in training or match play at least until the international break at...

Impact Diehl's latest setback continues a frustrating pattern for the young forward, who didn't feature in the Bundesliga last season and instead played primarily for Stuttgart's U21 side in the 3. Liga while working through a string of injury issues. This new thigh muscle injury will keep him out until at least the end of September, further delaying any path back into first-team contention.

JULY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Dennis Seimen - Out until international break Seimen sustained a muscle injury in the back of his thigh during team training and will be unable to participate in training or match play at least until the international break at...

Impact Seimen's absence, expected to last until the end of September due to a muscle injury in the back of his thigh, disrupts what looked like a path to more playing time for the young goalkeeper after Alexander Nubel left the club. He'd previously been Stuttgart's third-choice option behind Alexander Nubel and Fabian Bredlow, and now has to wait out an extended recovery before he can push for a spot between the posts. Should no new goalkeeper arrive before the season begins, Fabian Bredlow is the likely candidate to start.

JULY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Lorenz Assignon - Out until end of August Assignon will remain out until at least the end of August after undergoing left shoulder joint surgery following the conclusion of last season, according to Kicker.

Impact Assignon has been working through rehabilitation after undergoing surgery on his left shoulder at the end of last season, and reports have now flagged his absence as a concern that could extend until the end of August. His playing time had already been unpredictable prior to the injury, with both starts and bench appearances common due to rotation at his position and Stuttgart's shifts to a back three. Joshua Vagnoman and Leonidas Stergiou represent the direct alternatives in his absence, while Jamie Leweling can also fill in on the right if a back-three system is used.

JULY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Luca Jaquez - Yet to join preseason work Jaquez (undisclosed) wasn't available for Stuttgart's first preseason training earlier this week and is expected to join the squad in the coming days.

Impact The Swiss international was part of the squad that reached the 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinals, but he wasn't available throughout the tournament due to an undisclosed injury. He'll have a bit of time off before joining preseason work, and it's uncertain when he'll be able to log minutes at the club level, though he should play at some point in preseason once he's healthy. Jaquez and Stuttgart open the 2026/27 Bundesliga season on the road against Bayern Munich on Friday, Aug. 28.

JULY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Lorenz Assignon - In rehabilitation process Assignon underwent successful shoulder surgery and is currently in the rehabilitation process, according to the club.

Impact Assignon's rehabilitation follows recurring left shoulder issues that limited him to 24 of a possible 34 Bundesliga appearances last season, and his progress through the reeducation process will be the key factor determining how much of preseason he is able to take part in. His recovery timeline remains worth tracking closely as Stuttgart builds toward the new 2026/27 Bundesliga campaign.

JULY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Ramon Hendriks - Not training fully in preseason Hendriks is not training fully during preseason with Stuttgart due to a heel issue, according to the club.

Impact Hendriks made 31 appearances in the Bundesliga last season, starting 22 of them and playing over 2,000 minutes while contributing three assists, establishing himself as a regular in Stuttgart's back line. He should be a regular starter again in 2026/27 once the heel issue is resolved, and his path back to full training will be one to track closely as preseason progresses.

JULY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Julian Chabot - Working back from knee injury Chabot underwent a minor knee procedure during the offseason and is training in a controlled regimen, but his workload will be increased as the preseason goes on, the club announce...

Impact Chabot has made at least 26 starts in each of his two Bundesliga seasons with Stuttgart, and if he's healthy enough for the start of the 2026/27 campaign, he should maintain his role in the backline. Chabot registered a career-high 200 clearances, as well as 36 interceptions and 34 tackles, in the 2025/26 Bundesliga season.

JULY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Bilal El Khannouss - Starts at forward during exit El Khannouss registered three tackles (one won) in Thursday's 2-0 loss to France.

Impact El Khannouss was handed the start at forward due to the absence of Ismael Saibari (hamstring), although he struggled to do much. He would go without a shot in his 62 minutes of play, with his only contribution being three tackles (one won). Despite the lackluster performance in their exit, the midfielder was a decent influence in the team for most of the World Cup, completing 182 passes while recording six shots, seven chances created and 10 crosses. However, he did not earn a goal contribution.

JULY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Luca Jaquez - Set to miss another match Jaquez (undisclosed) is set to miss out on Tuesday's match against Colombia after failing to rejoin training, according to Lucas Werder of Blick.

Impact Jaquez continues to be on the sidelines or only allowed to work individually at training, leading to his expected absence on Tuesday. After going without the defender last match, the Swiss team will not be left in a crunch, although it is a rough loss of depth. Little more is yet to be known about his injury, leaving his availability for the quarterfinals in the air if Switzerland advances.

JULY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Luca Jaquez - Still not training fully Jaquez (undisclosed) is still training individually ahead of Tuesday's match against Colombia, according to Lucas Werder of Blick.

Impact Jaquez is still struggling with an undisclosed issue following Switzerland's round of 32 match, as the defender is still only training individually. With their next contest only a few days away, this is a major concern for the defender who already missed the last match. He has started in one of his two appearances thus far in the World Cup and will likely be a bench option for them if fit on Tuesday.

JULY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Laurin Ulrich - Back with Stuttgart after loan Ulrich has returned to Stuttgart after spending the 2025/26 season on loan at Magdeburg.

Impact Ulrich extended his contract at Stuttgart before leaving on loan last summer, and he made the most of his chances after making 36 appearances across all competitions for Magdeburg. He scored three goals and added three assists while logging over 2,600 minutes of play. Ulrich is a 21-year-old striker with potential, but he could be set for another loan spell in the 2026/27 campaign.

JULY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Eliot Bujupi - Back after Westerlo loan Bujupi (knee) is back at Stuttgart after spending the 2025/26 season on loan at Westerlo.

Impact Bujupi made five appearances at Westerlo but suffered a knee injury in December and didn't suit up again for the rest of the campaign. It remains to be seen whether Bujupi will be fit enough for the start of the 2026/27 campaign, but even if he's healthy, another loan spell could be on the cards for the 20-year-old. Bujupi didn't score a single goal during his Westerlo loan spell.

JULY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Jovan Milosevic - Returning to Stuttgart Milosevic has returned to Stuttgart after spending the 2025/26 season on loan at Werder Bremen.

Impact Milosevic started in five of his 13 Bundesliga appearances with Bremen, notching three goals, one assist and 12 shots in 483 minutes. The 20-year-old striker remains a long-term project, so it wouldn't be surprising if he leaves Stuttgart on loan for the 2026/27 campaign.

JULY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Bilal El Khannouss - Limited impact in Round of 16 El Khannouss recorded two tackles (one won) and one interception in Saturday's 3-0 win against Canada. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 51st minute.

Impact El Khannouss was busy throughout the game, but he didn't have much to show for it, as he didn't play a big role in the final third as he has in past matches. Still, the Stuttgart winger isn't expected to leave the starting XI in the upcoming matches.

JULY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Luca Jaquez - Out to face Algeria Jaquez (undisclosed) is out for Thursday's match against Algeria.

Impact Jaquez suffered an injury at training over the weekend, and that will lead him to the sidelines Thursday, with the defender not an option. This could be a rough loss for the club if this game follows the common trend of the round of 32 by entering extra time, as he is a solid defensive option to have off the bench. If they were to advance, it is likely he features in the round of 16, as he was questionable to face Algeria.

JULY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Ermedin Demirovic - Owned by Tim Ream in loss to USA Demirovic took two shots on target, committed three fouls, and suffered one foul in Wednesday's 2-0 loss to the USA.

Impact Demirovic endured a frustrating evening as Bosnia and Herzegovina fell 2-0 to the United States in the Round of 32. Whenever Bosnia tried to play into their striker, Tim Ream was outstanding at keeping Demirovic at bay. The veteran U.S. captain read the game exceptionally well, stepping in front of passes, winning key aerial duels, and using his positioning rather than pace to deny Demirovic the space he typically exploits. On the rare occasions Demirovic managed to receive with his back to goal, Ream stayed tight and forced him away from dangerous central areas, preventing Bosnia's leading forward from turning and driving at the defense. Chris Richards also provided strong cover, but Ream's composure and leadership were central to neutralizing Bosnia's attack.

JULY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Dan Zagadou - Signs contract extension Zagadou has signed a one-year contract extension with Stuttgart until June 2027, the club announced.

Impact Zagadou made eight competitive appearances this season after fighting back from a lengthy injury absence, making his Bundesliga comeback in the matchday 31 home draw against Werder Bremen. Zagadou has now made 53 appearances for Stuttgart since joining from Borussia Dortmund in 2022, contributing two goals and two assists across a spell that has included Bundesliga survival via the relegation playoff, a runners-up finish and two consecutive Champions League qualifications. Sporting director Fabian Wohlgemuth praised his footballing qualities, personality and determination to fight back from repeated injury setbacks, with Zagadou himself expressing his gratitude for the club's trust and his commitment to delivering his best performances in the upcoming season.

JULY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Luca Jaquez - Deemed questionable Jaquez (strain) is questionable for Thursday's match against Algeria, according to manager Murat Yakin, per Lucas Werder of Blick. "We're still trying to get him fit."

Impact Jaquez is heading into Thursday's match questionable after some concerns with a muscle injury in training. This will be a concern for the team as they try to keep depth around on the bench as the knockout stages heat up, as multiple matches have already entered extra time and penalties. He started the last match for the team but didn't start in their first two games, so he was expected to serve from a bench spot either way. That said, his option for playing at all will be decided ahead of match time, appearing to be a true game-time decision.

JULY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Luca Jaquez - Sits out training with muscle issue Jaquez did not train before Switzerland's departure to Vancouver due to minor muscular complaints, Lucas Werder of Blick Sport reports.

Impact Jaquez surprisingly earned a starting role at right back in the final group game against Canada but is now questionable for the clash against Algeria following the muscular complaint. Silvan Widmer and Dennis Zakaria, who filled the right back role in the first two games, remain options to step in should he not be passed fit.

JULY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Bilal El Khannouss - Joins Stuttgart permanently El Khannouss has completed a permanent transfer from Leicester City to Stuttgart for an undisclosed fee, his old club announced.

Impact El Khannouss made an immediate impact during his loan spell at Stuttgart from Leicester City, establishing himself as a regular starter and finishing the season with nine goals and seven assists in 41 appearances across all competitions. His performances were convincing enough for Stuttgart to turn the temporary deal into a permanent one, securing the 22-year-old Moroccan international on a long-term basis.

JULY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Bilal El Khannouss - Four crosses in round of 32 El Khannouss had one shot (one on goal) and four crosses (zero accurate) in Monday's 1-1 (4-3) penalty shootout win versus Netherlands.

Impact El Khannouss started his fourth game from four in the World Cup so far, and his number of crosses has increased by one in each game, starting at one in the first and four in the fourth. He has also taken at least one shot in each of the games, with four shots on target coming in the last three games. He was subbed off in this game just a few minutes before the end of the game, 1-0 down, and his team managed to score a late equaliser and win on penalties to book a place in the last 16 against Canada.

JUNE 30 • ROTOWIRE

Deniz Undav - Earns start in Germany's exit Undav registered one shot (zero on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Monday's 1-1 (5-4) penalty shootout defeat versus Paraguay.

Impact Undav would get the start over Jamal Musiala in a bit of a shocking move, earning the spot after decent shifts from the bench in three straight games. Unfortunately for Germany, the move wouldn't work out, as his one shot would be off target and Germany only found themselves tied by the time he exited the field, being his final minutes of the 2026 World Cup. He did still see a decent campaign, notching three goals on six shots and two assists on seven chances created in four appearances (one start).

JUNE 29 • ROTOWIRE

Angelo Stiller - Makes first World Cup appearance Stiller generated one tackle (one won) and one interception in Thursday's 2-1 defeat against Ecuador.

Impact Stiller replaced Aleksandar Pavlovic at halftime after his midfield partner was booked for serious foul play just before the break, entering with Germany locked at 1-1 following Enner Valencia's early equalizer. He chipped in with one tackle and one interception while helping Germany dictate possession for much of the second half, but couldn't stop Ecuador from finding the winner in the 77th minute as Gonzalo Plata finished off Kevin Rodriguez's flicked header. The 2-1 defeat wrapped up Germany's group-stage campaign, though manager Julian Nagelsmann's squad had already secured its place in the Round of 32 before kickoff.

JUNE 25 • ROTOWIRE

Deniz Undav - Comes off bench again Undav recorded one shot (zero on goal) and two chances created in Thursday's 2-1 defeat against Ecuador.

Impact Undav was once again introduced to the match from the bench despite some talk of him earning a start, as the attacker would play 30 minutes. He would see a shot and a few chances created, but was unable to make it a remarkable third game in a row from the bench with a goal contribution. Either way, he remains a storyline of the group stages, earning one goal and two assists in the first match and two goals in their second contest.

JUNE 25 • ROTOWIRE

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