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Dan-Axel Zagadou: VfB Stuttgart Contract Extension
The future of centre-back Dan-Axel Zagadou is expected to be clarified soon. The Frenchman has been offered a new contract with an extremely performance-based structure. Two weeks ago, after the cup final against Bayern, the defender said that he wants to stay at VfB. Only his signature is now required.
The future of centre-back Dan-Axel Zagadou is expected to be clarified soon. The Frenchman has been offered a new contract with an extremely performance-based structure. Two weeks ago, after the cup final against Bayern, the defender said that he wants to stay at VfB. Only his signature is now required.
According to 'Bild', Dan-Axel Zagadou is close to extending his contract with VfB Stuttgart. The central defender's current contract expires at the end of the season. The tabloid reports that the Swabians have presented Zagadou with a new contract that is said to be extremely performance-based, including a low base salary and high appearance and point bonuses. Zagadou, who previously earned 3.5 million euros per year, would consequently go from being one of the top earners to a low earner.
According to 'Bild', Dan-Axel Zagadou is close to extending his contract with VfB Stuttgart. The central defender's current contract expires at the end of the season. The tabloid reports that the Swabians have presented Zagadou with a new contract that is said to be extremely performance-based, including a low base salary and high appearance and point bonuses. Zagadou, who previously earned 3.5 million euros per year, would consequently go from being one of the top earners to a low earner.
Dan-Axel Zagadou's contract at VfB Stuttgart, which pays him around 3.5 million euros per year, expires in the summer. The club and the player's side are in regular contact, though concrete negotiations have not yet occurred. BILD reports that VfB Stuttgart accepts that Zagadou may sign with another club on a free transfer. If an agreement is reached between Zagadou and Stuttgart, it will only be for drastically reduced wages and a strongly performance-based contract.
Dan-Axel Zagadou's contract at VfB Stuttgart, which pays him around 3.5 million euros per year, expires in the summer. The club and the player's side are in regular contact, though concrete negotiations have not yet occurred. BILD reports that VfB Stuttgart accepts that Zagadou may sign with another club on a free transfer. If an agreement is reached between Zagadou and Stuttgart, it will only be for drastically reduced wages and a strongly performance-based contract.
According to 'Sky', talks have started for a contract extension for Dan-Axel Zagadou. Because he is one of the top earners, Zagadou would have to accept a significant salary reduction to stay with Stuttgart.
According to 'Sky', talks have started for a contract extension for Dan-Axel Zagadou. Because he is one of the top earners, Zagadou would have to accept a significant salary reduction to stay with Stuttgart.
Dan-Axel Zagadou's contract with VfB Stuttgart is set to expire in the summer. While the management of VfB Stuttgart is in regular contact with Zagadou's representatives, concrete contract negotiations have not yet taken place. If a contract extension happens, it would be for a significantly reduced salary. It is not certain whether Zagadou would agree to a contract heavily based on performance, as he has been one of the top earners for years.
Dan-Axel Zagadou's contract with VfB Stuttgart is set to expire in the summer. While the management of VfB Stuttgart is in regular contact with Zagadou's representatives, concrete contract negotiations have not yet taken place. If a contract extension happens, it would be for a significantly reduced salary. It is not certain whether Zagadou would agree to a contract heavily based on performance, as he has been one of the top earners for years.
Dan-Axel Zagadou is currently injured with a significant muscle injury and his contract runs until the summer of 2026. Despite his injury, Zagadou may get a new contract at VfB Stuttgart. Manager Sebastian Hoeneß stated that they had a comparable case with Niko Nartey, whose contract also ended after a long injury and who remains with the club. Hoeneß said that this represents a potential path for Zagadou. The manager also mentioned the club's position that once a player like Niko is stabilized, he is considered like a new signing, adding that this also applies to 'Daxo'. Hoeneß confirmed that they will meet with Zagadou and his advisor at an appropriate time because of their shared history. According to BILD, Zagadou's current annual salary is approximately 3.5 million euros.
Dan-Axel Zagadou is currently injured with a significant muscle injury and his contract runs until the summer of 2026. Despite his injury, Zagadou may get a new contract at VfB Stuttgart. Manager Sebastian Hoeneß stated that they had a comparable case with Niko Nartey, whose contract also ended after a long injury and who remains with the club. Hoeneß said that this represents a potential path for Zagadou. The manager also mentioned the club's position that once a player like Niko is stabilized, he is considered like a new signing, adding that this also applies to 'Daxo'. Hoeneß confirmed that they will meet with Zagadou and his advisor at an appropriate time because of their shared history. According to BILD, Zagadou's current annual salary is approximately 3.5 million euros.
According to 'kicker', a model exists in which the 26-year-old central defender would only extend his contract with heavily performance-based compensation. His contract expires at the end of the season. So far, Zagadou is among the top earners in the squad.
According to 'kicker', a model exists in which the 26-year-old central defender would only extend his contract with heavily performance-based compensation. His contract expires at the end of the season. So far, Zagadou is among the top earners in the squad.
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