Negotiations are heating up at VfB Stuttgart as the club pushes to secure the long-term future of star striker Deniz Undav. With the final Bundesliga matchday approaching, the German side is working hard to convince the 29-year-old to extend his stay beyond his current deal, which runs until 2027.
According to a recent report from Sky, VfB’s leadership, including CEO Alexander Wehrle and sporting director Fabian Wohlgemuth, has been in direct talks with Undav’s representatives for weeks. The goal is to tie the club’s top scorer down to a new contract, sending a strong message to the league that Stuttgart intends to keep its key performers and compete at the highest level.
An official offer was submitted to Undav and his agent last week, which sources describe as highly respectful. However, an agreement is still far from certain. The main sticking points remain contract length and salary. Undav is reportedly seeking a €6 million annual salary, which would make him the highest-paid player in VfB history—a landmark deal for the club.
The striker has been instrumental for Stuttgart this season, scoring 25 goals across all competitions and playing a pivotal role in their push for European qualification. The management wants to finalize the situation before the upcoming World Cup, aiming to bring clarity and stability to the squad.
Undav’s potential record-breaking contract would not only underline his importance to the team but also signal VfB’s ambition to hold onto top talent.