Vladimir Coufal, a 33-year-old Czech Republic international, joined TSG Hoffenheim on a free transfer in the summer. He told 'The Athletic' that he would have immediately accepted a two-year contract extension or a one-year deal with an option for another year from West Ham United. The defender's contract with Hoffenheim runs until the end of the season. Coufal expressed that his departure from West Ham United still affects him and that he feels he could have further proved himself in the Premier League, although he is happy at his current club. In the current Bundesliga season, Coufal has made 11 appearances, scoring one goal and providing four assists. The veteran defender has earned 59 caps and scored two goals for his country. His market value is currently estimated at €3.00m by Transfermarkt.