Hoffenheim's sporting director Andreas Schicker explained that they will also talk to him about the future in winter. Soon, contract talks are due for the 25-year-old Turkish centre-back. If the parties do not reach an agreement, Kabak would be available on a free transfer in the summer. Kabak, who joined the club in July 2022, has earned 26 caps for his country and has a current market value of €5.00m, according to Transfermarkt. This season, he has made one appearance in the Bundesliga.