VfB Stuttgart Eyes Jeremy Arevalo to Strengthen Striker Options in January

Sky Germany reports that VfB Stuttgart is seeking to enhance its striker options during the upcoming winter transfer window.

One potential target is Jeremy Arevalo, a striker from Racing Santander. The 20-year-old has demonstrated his scoring ability, netting seven goals in just 12 appearances in the Spanish second division.

Although Arevalo’s contract in northern Spain runs until 2027, it includes a release clause set at €7 million. Stuttgart faces competition for his signature from fellow Bundesliga club Eintracht Frankfurt, as well as Serie A teams AS Roma and Udinese.

Should Stuttgart successfully sign Arevalo, the transfer fee would surpass the €5.25 million Bayer Leverkusen paid for Christian Kofane from Albacete last summer. Additionally, RB Leipzig notably invested €20 million to acquire Yan Diomande from relegated Leganés earlier this year.

Currently, Stuttgart is experiencing a shortage of strikers following the injury to Ermedin Demirovic earlier this season. At present, Deniz Undav and Tiago Tomas are the only forwards available, leaving the team without a recognized striker.

In recent weeks, VfB Stuttgart has also been linked with Real Madrid’s striker Endrick, but reports indicate that the Brazilian, who has fallen out of favor, is not a priority for the team at Mercedesstraße.