Vladimír Coufal, a 32-year-old right-back, is on the verge of joining TSG Hoffenheim. According to Fabrizio Romano, an agreement has been reached between the currently clubless player and the Bundesliga club from Kraichgau. Sky has reported that Coufal has already passed the first part of his medical examination, with the second part slated for today. Previously, Coufal was contracted with West Ham United until the end of June. TSG Hoffenheim is bringing him on board as a response to Valentin Gendrey's injury, which is expected to sideline him until the end of the year due to a broken right outer ankle and a torn syndesmosis ligament. The Czech international, with 55 caps to his name, offers substantial experience to the team, fulfilling the urgent need for a robust defensive substitute.