TSG Hoffenheim have agreed in principle with two young wingers as they look to replace the outgoing Bazoumana Touré. According to Sky, the Kraichgau side have reached deals with Adam Daghim (20, RB Salzburg) and Leo Sauer (20, Feyenoord Rotterdam). Only one of the two 20-year-olds will actually join the club before the new season kicks off.
League standing (final 2025 table -- new season not yet under way): 5th in Bundesliga, 61 pts, 18W-7D-9L from 34 games, recent form LWDWW.
What happened?
TSG Hoffenheim have provisionally agreed terms with two promising wingers. Adam Daghim, who spent last season on loan at VfL Wolfsburg, and Feyenoord Rotterdam’s Leo Sauer, both 20, are set to join the Kraichgau side. Hoffenheim have already tabled a €9.5m bid for Daghim, but Salzburg rejected it. Sauer, meanwhile, would sign a contract running until 2031 if the move goes through.
Reports suggest Hoffenheim will only complete one of the two deals before the new Bundesliga season begins. The club is under pressure to replace Bazoumana Touré, who left for Newcastle United in a deal reportedly worth around €50m.
Why it matters for Hoffenheim
The loss of Touré leaves a clear gap in Hoffenheim’s attack. Last season they scored 65 goals, but still needed more width on the flanks. Both Daghim and Sauer offer young, attacking options, though the side must first steady themselves after a 4-0 defeat to Gladbach in their final 2025-26 outing.
Hoffenheim ended last season fifth in the Bundesliga with 61 points from 34 games. With the new campaign looming, the Kraichgau side need swift, clear solutions in the transfer market. The race to sign either winger is tight, but Hoffenheim are pushing for quick decisions.
Who are the candidates?
Adam Daghim impressed during his loan spell at Wolfsburg last season. Hoffenheim’s initial €9.5m bid was turned down by Salzburg, forcing the Kraichgau side to reopen talks. If Daghim does arrive, he could add pace and creativity to Hoffenheim’s front line.
Leo Sauer, meanwhile, is under contract at Feyenoord and would ink a long-term deal until 2031 with Hoffenheim. The Dutch winger is known for his technical ability and finishing, qualities Hoffenheim hope will boost their attack and ease pressure on the defense.
What’s next?
Hoffenheim must now decide which of the two wingers will actually join the club. Talks are ongoing, and the Kraichgau side are pushing for a swift resolution. Completing either deal would give them a clear attacking upgrade ahead of the new season.
The club faces the dual challenge of filling Touré’s void and regaining competitive form after last season’s late stumble. With the new campaign just around the corner, Hoffenheim need concrete reinforcements-and fast. Fans are hoping for a strong start and a more potent attack.
League standing (final 2025 table -- new season not yet under way): 5th in Bundesliga, 61 pts, 18W-7D-9L from 34 games, recent form LWDWW. Hoffenheim’s last outing ended in a 4-0 loss to Gladbach, and the side must now show they can bounce back.
