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Hoffenheim Extends Vladimír Coufal’s Contract After Standout Start

The club calls his experience a stabilizing pillar of its squad planning.

Overview

  • Hoffenheim announced the new deal on Tuesday without disclosing the contract length.
  • The 33-year-old right-back has seven assists in 22 Bundesliga matches, placing him among the league’s leading creators.
  • Coufal joined on a free transfer in August after his West Ham contract expired and initially covered for Valentin Gendrey’s ankle injury.
  • Sporting director Andreas Schicker praised his experience and stability on the right, calling him an “anchor” in the club’s plans.
  • His European pedigree supports a high-scoring campaign, with Hoffenheim tied for the Bundesliga’s second-best attack.