VfB Stuttgart are showing significant interest in signing Djaoui Cissé from Stade Rennes, according to FußballTransfers.com. The Bundesliga club are reportedly keen on the 22-year-old midfielder, who made 24 appearances in Ligue 1 last season.
Stuttgart are evaluating potential reinforcements in central midfield despite already having a number of players in that position. While Angelo Stiller is a highly-rated member of the squad, his future at the club remains uncertain, potentially creating a vacancy. Current midfield options include Atakan Karazor, Chema Andrés, and recent arrival Grischa Prömel.
Nikolas Nartey has shown promise and recently signed a contract extension, but Stuttgart’s coaching staff are seeking greater consistency from the player. This search for additional midfield depth has led to the club being linked with other targets, including Caspar Jander and Nathan De Cat of Anderlecht.
Cissé, a French Under-21 international, is currently under contract with Rennes until 2030. However, the club may be willing to consider offers for the right price, opening the door for a potential transfer. The midfielder is described as a dynamic, right-footed player, a profile that appears to appeal to Stuttgart’s recruitment strategy.
Stuttgart finished second in the Bundesliga last season, securing Champions League qualification. Adding a player like Cissé could provide further competition for places and strengthen their squad ahead of a demanding campaign. The potential arrival of Cissé would likely provide tactical flexibility for manager Hoeneß as they prepare to compete on multiple fronts.
