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VfB Stuttgart reports record finances, future of sports director to be decided soon
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VfB Stuttgart reports record finances, future of sports director to be decided soon

From Die Zeit · () German

Translated from German, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

At a glance

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  • VfB Stuttgart reported record financial results for the 2025 fiscal year.
  • The club achieved a total revenue of 383.6 million euros and a profit of 22.5 million euros.
  • Discussions regarding the future of sports director Fabian Wohlgemuth are ongoing.

VfB Stuttgart is experiencing a period of significant success, marked by record-breaking financial figures and strong fan engagement. The club announced impressive results for the 2025 fiscal year, with total revenue reaching 383.6 million euros and a net profit of 22.5 million euros.

During the members' assembly, CEO Alexander Wehrle highlighted the club's robust financial health, noting that equity rose to 83.4 million euros by December 31, 2025. Wehrle stated that "growth and profitability go hand in hand at VfB Stuttgart." The club also reported its highest-ever average attendance and record jersey sales, selling 156,500 units. Sponsorship revenue also saw an increase.

Growth and profitability go hand in hand at VfB Stuttgart.

— Alexander WehrleVfB Stuttgart CEO Alexander Wehrle presenting the club's financial results.

The parent club also reported positive financial results, with a total revenue of 7.2 million euros and a surplus of 1.4 million euros. Membership has grown to 135,000. The club aims for a "black zero" in future financial years.

I was irritated and honestly also angry about what was discussed there.

— Sebastian HoeneßCoach Sebastian Hoeneß commenting on transfer rumors surrounding player Ermedin Demirovic.

Amidst this financial success, the future of sports director Fabian Wohlgemuth is a key topic. President Dietmar Allgaier described discussions about Wohlgemuth's contract, which extends beyond 2027, as "trustworthy and goal-oriented." Wohlgemuth has been instrumental in the club's recent sporting achievements, including qualification for the Champions League and a DFB-Pokal win.

On the sporting front, the team, led by coach Sebastian Hoeneß, received a standing ovation from members. While World Cup participants are still on vacation, coach Hoeneß expressed his desire to keep key players like Ermedin Demirovic, despite transfer rumors linking him to Fenerbahce Istanbul. Wehrle acknowledged that no player is unsellable, and the club is also pursuing Dzenan Pejcinovic from VfL Wolfsburg, though negotiations are reportedly slow.

My goal is always to have the best players at VfB and Medo is one of our best players.

— Sebastian HoeneßCoach Sebastian Hoeneß expressing his desire to retain player Ermedin Demirovic.
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Originally published by Die Zeit in German. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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