VfB Stuttgart, fresh off a successful Bundesliga season, is looking to strengthen its squad by negotiating with Super Eagles defender Jordan Torunarigha. The club aims to secure his services for the upcoming campaign, as reported by SoccernetNG.
Torunarigha, currently with KAA Genk, has a contract that runs until 2025. Despite interest from Crystal Palace, Leeds United, and FC Turin, Stuttgart is actively engaging in talks with the Nigerian defender, as confirmed by German journalist Florian Plettenberg.
🚨🔴⚪️ Jordan #Torunarigha, he’s on the list of @VfB now!
First talks took place. Early stage. No total agreements yet. The 26 y/o central defender from Gent with many inquiries but he can really imagine to join Stuttgart.
Personal terms, won’t be an issue as the player is… pic.twitter.com/ipLWbvrmIM
— Florian Plettenberg (@Plettigoal) July 5, 2024
The 26-year-old defender is reportedly eager to return to Germany and is open to joining the Swabians. Personal terms are not expected to pose any difficulties.
Stuttgart’s impressive season saw them finish second in the Bundesliga with 73 points, just ahead of Bayern Munich and behind champions Bayer Leverkusen. This achievement guarantees them a spot in the 2024-25 UEFA Champions League, aligning perfectly with Torunarigha’s ambitions.
The player’s current market value is estimated by Transfermarkt at €5 million. He could soon be making his way back to Germany if negotiations proceed favorably, enhancing Stuttgart’s defense for their European campaign.
