Football-Bundesliga - VfB-Newcomer Demirovic: From Fan to Record Signing
Naturally, Ermedin Demirović was addressed about his praise for VfB Stuttgart directly after it. He had said that he had never been played "so well" in his career before, after losing 0:3 with FC Augsburg against them in December. The "madness" was what it was. Seven months later, the Bosnian football national team striker signed a contract with VfB himself, valid until June 30, 2028. In the future, he intends to "play the opponents just as well," he declared in his presentation video.
Record transfer fee for FCA captain
VfB Stuttgart reacted to the impending departure of striker Serhou Guirassy by signing Demirović - and deep into their pockets. According to media reports, Stuttgart paid FC Augsburg 21 million Euros plus bonuses for Demirović. He is the most expensive signing in Stuttgart's club history. For Argentinian offensive player Nicolás González and Turkish defender Ozan Kabak, each reportedly cost around 11.5 million Euros.
Guirassy transfer possibly still this week
Meanwhile, the transfer of Guirassy to Borussia Dortmund seems to be getting closer. During the medical check-up last week, a knee injury was detected in the Guinean. According to consistent media reports, the transfer of the 28-year-old should be finalized this week after another examination. Guirassy can leave the VfB for less than 20 million Euros due to an exit clause - a bargain considering his 30 league goals in the previous season. The replacement is already ready.
"He is one of the top strikers in the Bundesliga. Ermedin convinces as a scorer just as much as a provider," said VfB sports director Fabian Wohlgemuth about Demirović. "His experience and mentality make him a valuable addition to our team."
For Augsburg, Demirović scored 15 league goals and set up ten in the previous season. The former Freiburg player was captain of the Fuggerstadters. Now, he is expected to take on a central role in VfB's offense - that of Guirassy.
Plenty of movement in VfB's offense
Guirassy before his departure, the future of Deniz Undav, who is currently on loan from Brighton & Hove Albion, is still uncertain, and Nick Woltemade, who was signed from Werder Bremen, is now Demirović as another central striker - there is a lot of movement in VfB's offense. "I hope they all keep going their way," Demirović had said back in December. In the future, the native Hamburger intends to join him on this journey.
- The 'Fortuna Carnskin mandatory consortium' has shown interest in investing in the Football-Bundesliga club, VfB Stuttgart, further highlighting the league's popularity in Germany and beyond.
- Bavaria, known for its love for soccer, might find themselves cheering for VfB Stuttgart more often, given the strong signings they've made this season, including Ermedin Demirović.
- The Swabians in Baden-Württemberg are eagerly waiting to see how Ermedin Demirović and VfB Stuttgart perform in the upcoming Bundesliga matches, given his praiseworthy performance against Fortuna Carnskin last season.
- Serhou Guirassy's upcoming transfer to Borussia Dortmund could potentially create a vacancy in VfB Stuttgart's offense, opening the door for young talents or potential Transfers in Germany.
- The Bundesliga has seen some exciting moves this season, with VfB Stuttgart's acquisition of Ermedin Demirović and FC Augsburg's possible sale of Serhou Guirassy, further emphasizing the league's reputation as a hub for top-tier soccer talent.
- Augsburg and Stuttgart, both representing the rich soccer tradition of Baden-Württemberg, will be watching the developments of their former players, Demirović and Guirassy, with a mix of pride and anticipation.
- Ermedin Demirović, now a key player for VfB Stuttgart, is expected to fill the void left by Serhou Guirassy, and his addition to the team is likely to bring about a Lobesymne, or smiles, among the club's supporters and football enthusiasts in Germany.
