German clubs Stuttgart and Hoffenheim are both monitoring Feyenoord winger Leo Sauer, according to reports emerging from Germany. The 20-year-old Slovak international has attracted interest from both Bundesliga sides as they look to strengthen their attacking options ahead of the upcoming season.
Stuttgart’s interest in Sauer comes alongside ongoing negotiations with VfL Wolfsburg for defender Dženan Pejčinović, indicating a proactive approach to bolstering their squad. Sauer enjoyed a productive 2023/24 season, scoring three goals in 20 Eredivisie appearances for Feyenoord, despite not always being a regular starter for the Dutch champions. He initially made his mark during a loan spell at NAC Breda in the same season, where he scored seven league goals, establishing himself as a promising young talent.
Hoffenheim, meanwhile, are considering Sauer as a potential alternative to RB Salzburg’s Adam Daghim, who recently spent the season on loan at Wolfsburg. The Sinsheim club are reportedly prioritizing a move for Daghim, a Danish winger, but are simultaneously exploring the possibility of signing Sauer should that deal fall through. This suggests Hoffenheim are keen to add width and attacking threat to their team, regardless of which player they ultimately pursue.
Sauer’s breakthrough campaign came in the 2024/25 season, during his loan stint at NAC Breda, where his goalscoring form caught the attention of several clubs. He has also impressed on the international stage, notably playing a key role in Slovakia’s surprising victory over Germany in a recent World Cup qualifying match. That performance highlighted his potential and further raised his profile within European football.
While details regarding a potential transfer fee have not yet been disclosed, Sauer’s recent form and international recognition suggest he could command a significant fee. Both Stuttgart and Hoffenheim will likely assess his availability and valuation before making a formal offer to Feyenoord. Securing Sauer would provide either club with a dynamic young attacker capable of contributing immediately to their respective Bundesliga campaigns.
