VfL Wolfsburg has made another move to strengthen its squad for the planned Bundesliga promotion. The club has signed offensive midfielder Muhammed Damar from TSG Hoffenheim. The 21-year-old has signed a five-year contract and is expected to bolster Wolfsburg's attack.

Who is Muhammed Damar?

Muhammed Damar is a German U21 international who impressed at Hoffenheim last season. The offensive midfielder is expected to bring creativity and goal-scoring ability to Wolfsburg's attack. Reports suggest the transfer fee was in the single-digit millions.

Why is this signing important?

With Damar, VfL Wolfsburg has made its eighth signing this transfer window. The club has invested over 20 million euros in new players, including Fabian Reese (Hertha BSC) and Robert Glatzel (HSV). After a surprising Bundesliga relegation in the 2024/25 season with 29 points (7 wins, 8 draws, 19 losses), Wolfsburg aims for a quick return to the top flight.

What's next?

Before the transfer window closes on September 2, VfL Wolfsburg plans to sell more players from its 38-man squad. The club aims to further optimize the team for a successful upcoming season. The last defeat against SC Paderborn 07 (2-1) on May 25, 2026, shows that Wolfsburg still has work to do to return to past successes.