According to Sport Bild, 22-year-old German centre-back Linus Gechter is one of three Hertha BSC players targeted by VfL Wolfsburg. The same report indicates that Wolfsburg is also interested in goalkeeper Tjark Ernst and winger Fabian Reese. The three players are intended to reinforce the squad for an immediate promotion effort should Wolfsburg be relegated from the Bundesliga. If the club is relegated, they are reportedly prepared to invest significant sums to persuade the Hertha trio to join and remain competitive, and several key players would be considered for sale. Gechter, a Germany U21 international with 5 caps, has a contract with Hertha until 2027 and a current market value of €3.50m according to Transfermarkt. Borussia Mönchengladbach has also recently been associated with the player. Reports in March 2026 mentioned a 'moderate release clause' in his contract. A report from January 2026 suggested a potential combined transfer fee of over €10 million for him and a teammate to Borussia Mönchengladbach.