VfB Stuttgart: Race for Millot's successor! Who will be the new star?

VfB Stuttgart: Race for Millot's successor! Who will be the new star?

The rumor mill surrounding VfB Stuttgart is bubbling, and not without reason. Enzo Millot, the talented midfielder, could leave the club in the summer. His contract runs until June 30, 2028, but those responsible believe it is possible that the 21-year-old will continue his journey. How southwest24 Reportedly, sports director Christian Gentner and sports director Fabian Wohlgemuth have already taken initial measures to be prepared for a possible departure.

But who could replace Millot? A hot candidate is Tobias Gulliksen from the Swedish club Djurgårdens IF. The 21-year-old has a market value of 4.5 million euros and a contract that runs until the end of 2027. The fact that VfB have been watching him for some time shows that they have their finger on the pulse when it comes to finding a new center player. The first discussions are said to have already been held, which underlines the seriousness of the negotiations.

Further alternatives at a glance

But that's not all. Paul Wanner from FC Bayern Munich and Noah Darvich from FC Barcelona are also on the list of possible successors. Wanner was most recently loaned out to 1. FC Heidenheim and was able to present himself well there. Both players could bring similar qualities to Millot, who took over the running work in midfield last season and acted flexibly between pressing, wing areas and the central attack.

Another possible candidate under discussion is Paul Nebel, who is also being considered as Millot's replacement, while Malik Tillman is more likely to be in the running as an alternative to Stiller. Nebel is realistically valued by Transfermarkt at 24 million euros, which can certainly be considered an attractive transfer fee on the market, while Tillman is traded at a price of 35 to 40 million euros. The Swabians' team will probably not be able to avoid making decisions, especially since a possible transfer of Stiller could result in high transfer fees.

On the pulse of the transfer market

VfB Stuttgart's goal is to restructure its squad by the transfer deadline on September 1st. The current developments in the transfer market should not be underestimated. Clear signals show that the club is working on a balanced squad that includes both experienced players and promising young talents. In the current transfer market, transfer fees have risen sharply in recent years, which requires a certain degree of caution in negotiations. Many clubs are concerned about the risk associated with high transfers from lower leagues, a point that also plays a role in Gentner and Wohlgemuth's considerations.

In the meantime, it remains to be seen whether the rumors surrounding Millot's departure will actually become reality and how those responsible at VfB will respond to the challenges. It is clear that a good hand is required here to sort out Millot's successor and set the course for a successful season. One thing is certain: the next few weeks promise to be exciting, and not just for the fans of VfB Stuttgart.