VfL Wolfsburg loses Lovro Majer to AEK Athens
VfL Wolfsburg officially transferred Croatian international Lovro Majer to Greek champions AEK Athens on July 30, 2026. The 28‑year‑old midfielder signed a contract through 2030, with the transfer fee reported at six million euros. The move follows Wolfsburg’s 2025 season finish in 16th place with 29 points, recording 7 wins, 8 draws and 19 losses.
Why the move matters for Wolfsburg
Majer arrived in 2023 for roughly 25 million euros from Stade Rennes, but in three years he managed only ten goals in 75 appearances across the Bundesliga, cup and relegation playoffs. His lack of breakthrough in midfield made him a prime candidate for departure. The sale eases the wage bill and frees a roster spot for new signings aimed at boosting competitiveness.
Who stays and who might leave?
The club has already loaned Danish winger Andreas Skov Olsen to Turkish Süper Lig side Basaksehir. Additional potential exits include goalkeeper Kamil Grabara, striker Mohamed Amoura, midfielder Aster Vranckx, and defenders Cleiton, Denis Vavdro and Moritz Jenz. There is also speculation about selling U21 striker Dzenan Pejcinovic to VfB Stuttgart, with Wolfsburg seeking about 25 million euros.
What this means for the upcoming season
With 45 goals scored and 69 conceded this season, Wolfsburg sits at a -24 goal difference, trailing the league leaders Bayern Munich by 60 points. The club must quickly find new attacking options to avoid relegation. Their next fixture is against FC St. Pauli at home on February 20, 2027 (18th in the table) – a crucial match to revive the promotion battle.
Bottom line
Majer’s departure is another step in the squad overhaul. While the six‑million‑euro fee eases the budget, the pressing question is whether upcoming transfers can offset the -24 goal deficit. Wolfsburg needs swift action to prevent another slide in the 2026/27 campaign.
