Key Takeaways:
- VfB Stuttgart officially signed Leo Sauer from Feyenoord, edging out local rivals Hoffenheim
- The transfer involved an initial fee of €12.5 million plus additional performance-related bonuses
- Sauer, who unsettled Germany in Slovakia’s September 2025 victory, agreed a contract until 2031
Transfer Details and Contract Terms
VfB Stuttgart have confirmed the arrival of Slovak attacker Leo Sauer from Feyenoord in a move valued at approximately €12.5 million. The Swabian side reportedly saw off competition from Hoffenheim, their Baden-Württemberg neighbours, to finalise the signing. Multiple established German football media outlets also report that the deal includes further bonuses based on performance metrics.
Sauer has signed a contract that will keep him at Stuttgart until 2031, underlining the club’s long-term ambitions for the 20-year-old forward within their attacking setup.
VfB verpflichtet Leo Sauer ✍️
Der Offensivspieler wechselt von Feyenoord Rotterdam zum Club aus Cannstatt. Er erhält beim VfB einen Vertrag bis zum 30. Juni 2031.
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— VfB Stuttgart 1893 (@VfB) July 29, 2026
| Player | From | To | Age | Base Transfer Fee | Contract Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leo Sauer | Feyenoord | VfB Stuttgart | 20 | €12,500,000 | Until 2031 |
Background and Bundesliga Potential
Sauer, already familiar to German football circles, notably troubled Nnamdi Collins during Slovakia’s shock victory over Germany in September 2025. His profile within European competitions and international appearances for Slovakia highlight the potential Stuttgart are investing in as he prepares to take on a new challenge in the Bundesliga.
Statements from Club and Player
“Leo has repeatedly demonstrated his qualities in the Dutch Eredivisie, in the Europa League, and while playing for the Slovak national team,” VfB Board Member for Sport Fabian Wohlgemuth noted in a club statement. “He is a player with great potential for us—not just because of his age. We’ve signed him with the firm conviction that we can further strengthen and expand our attacking approach within our playing culture for the coming years.”
“It feels great to now be part of such a prestigious club.” the player himself added. “VfB has a strong reputation, a rich tradition, and a huge fan base. I can’t wait to get to know all my teammates and play for my new club for the first time. My goal is to be as successful as possible with VfB in all three competitions.”
