VfL Wolfsburg is one of several European clubs interested in Thun midfielder Franz-Ethan Meichtry, who played an important role in his club's promotion to the top Swiss league. The 20-year-old is a Swiss youth international with 7 caps and 1 goal for the U21 team and has also attracted interest from Hoffenheim and Galatasaray. In Italy, Parma is reportedly monitoring him. Genoa is another club observing the midfielder and are following his development, although no concrete steps or advanced negotiations have occurred yet. Meichtry joined Thun in July 2024. In the 2025/2026 season, he recorded 8 goals and 3 assists in 35 Super League games for Thun. His contract is valid until June 2030, and his current market value is €5.00m, according to Transfermarkt.