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While VfB Stuttgart grapple with stalled negotiations over Deniz Undav's permanent return, Wolfsburg's Kevin Behrens has emerged as a target for multiple clubs across the league. These twin storylines could reshape attacking lines as clubs look to strengthen before the new campaign.\n\nDeniz Undav enjoyed a breakout loan spell at Stuttgart last season, netting 18 goals in 30 appearances and forming a lethal partnership with Serhou Guirassy. His clinical finishing and intelligent movement were pivotal in securing a surprise Champions League spot for Sebastian Hoeneß's side. Unsurprisingly, Stuttgart are keen to convert the loan into a permanent transfer, but early talks with Brighton & Hove Albion have revealed a gulf in expectations.\n\nAccording to reports, both clubs remain far apart in their valuation of the 27-year-old. Brighton, who own his rights after triggering a buy option from Union Saint-Gilloise, are holding firm on a significant fee, while Stuttgart want a more modest outlay given their budget constraints. Beyond the transfer sum, personal terms could also be a sticking point — Undav himself may be pushing for wages commensurate with his new status, which would stretch Stuttgart's salary structure.\n\nFor Stuttgart, failing to land Undav would force a rethink in attack. With Guirassy's own future uncertain amid heavy interest, the Swabians could face losing both their primary goal scorers. The club's sporting director, Fabian Wohlgemuth, has publicly stated the desire to keep the core squad together, but the financial reality of competing in Europe's elite competition may force difficult compromises.\n\nBrighton's position is strengthened by Undav's contract running until 2026, giving them little immediate pressure to sell below their valuation. The Premier League side could also point to his impressive loan as proof of his quality, effectively using it as a shop window to attract other suitors. If talks remain deadlocked, Stuttgart may have to explore alternative targets, though none offer the same proven chemistry.\n\nAcross the league, a different kind of attacking puzzle is taking shape around Kevin Behrens. The 33-year-old joined Wolfsburg last summer from Union Berlin, but his transition has been far from seamless. After a promising start, he found himself relegated to a bit-part role under Niko Kovač, managing just two league goals all season. With his contract running until 2025, a summer exit looks increasingly likely.\n\nMultiple Bundesliga clubs have registered interest, viewing Behrens as an experienced, budget-friendly option to bolster their forward lines. His track record at Union — where he scored 14 goals across two seasons — demonstrates he can thrive in a well-drilled system. For clubs operating on leaner budgets, his physical presence, aerial ability, and knack for crucial goals make him an attractive short-term solution.\n\nBehrens himself is understood to be open to a fresh challenge, provided he receives assurances of regular playing time. At this stage of his career, stagnating on the bench benefits no one. The interest from around the league suggests he won't be short of options, with possible destinations including clubs seeking a target man to partner more mobile forwards.\n\nFor Wolfsburg, a sale would free up wages and potentially generate a modest fee, which could be reinvested into other areas of the squad. The Lower Saxony club is in the midst of a rebuild after missing out on European qualification, and moving on a high-earning squad player aligns with their broader strategy. However, losing Behrens without a replacement could leave them short in the event of injuries.\n\nThe parallel developments underscore the fluidity of the Bundesliga transfer market, where financial pragmatism often trumps sentiment. Stuttgart's ambitious project hinges on smart reinvestment of Champions League revenue, while Wolfsburg's need to trim costs creates opportunities for mid-table rivals. Both sagas are likely to drag on as the window progresses, with multiple parties seeking leverage.\n\nFans and analysts will watch closely as these negotiations evolve, aware that the outcomes could ripple through the division. For now, the picture remains clouded by competing valuations and personal ambitions. One thing is certain: the Undav and Behrens files will be among the most compelling to track in the Bundesliga this summer.\n\nBased on reporting from Kicker.","news","As the summer window nears, Stuttgart's permanent move for Deniz Undav hits a snag, while several Bundesliga clubs eye Wolfsburg's Kevin Behrens.","334624810845868033","326135624673267712","Bundesliga","0","2026-05-26T07:19:45Z","undav-talks-hit-snag-as-bundesliga-clubs-eye-behrens","Kicker","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.kicker.de\u002Ftransferticker-953155\u002Fartikel#omrss","326255039712595968","Başakşehir",[74,77,78,79,80,81,82,83,84,85,86],"326257534270705664","326257599160782848","326257760532434944","326257783785656320","326257534493003776","326257534648193024","326257546291580928","326257686389723136","326222707169431552","326222713142120448",[75,88,89,90,91,92,93,94,95,96,97],"Werder Bremen","Istra 1961","İstanbulspor","Istres","VfB Stuttgart","Union Berlin","Brighton","Together","Anderlecht","Canada","Undav Talks Hit Snag as Bundesliga Clubs Eye Behrens",[100,122,143,172],{"awayTeamId":-1,"awayTeamName":-1,"body":-1,"category":64,"excerpt":101,"homeTeamId":-1,"homeTeamName":-1,"id":102,"leagueId":67,"leagueName":68,"matchId":69,"matchName":21,"publishedAt":103,"slug":104,"sourceName":72,"sourceURL":73,"teamId":105,"teamName":106,"teamIds":107,"teamNames":114,"title":121},"Bayern Munich reportedly has an agreement with Brown; Benfica reveals Mourinho transfer fee demands. 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The gifted player might overplay his hand.","337967319210790913","2026-06-04T12:22:40Z","eichhorn-s-handgeld-why-top-clubs-are-backing-off","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.kicker.de\u002Fviele-bewerber-und-das-handgeld-verpokert-sich-eichhorn-1225234\u002Fartikel#omrss","326257781562675200","Auch",[128,131,132,74,133,134,108,135,85,86],"326222707618222080","326222712076767232","326255040920555520","326257534430089216","326257593141956608",[129,137,138,75,139,140,115,141,96,97],"Dender","Germany","Beitar Jerusalem","Eintracht Frankfurt","Chattanooga","Eichhorn's Handgeld: Why Top Clubs Are Backing Off",{"awayTeamId":-1,"awayTeamName":-1,"body":-1,"category":64,"excerpt":144,"homeTeamId":-1,"homeTeamName":-1,"id":145,"leagueId":67,"leagueName":68,"matchId":69,"matchName":21,"publishedAt":146,"slug":147,"sourceName":72,"sourceURL":148,"teamId":149,"teamName":150,"teamIds":151,"teamNames":161,"title":171},"Bayer Leverkusen have fired Kasper Hjulmand and hired Carles Martinez from FC Toulouse, handing him a deal until 2028. The Catalan coach steps in right away.","337944800307187713","2026-06-04T11:05:54Z","leverkusen-sack-hjulmand-hire-carles-martinez-until-2028","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.kicker.de\u002Foffiziell-leverkusen-trennt-sich-von-hjulmand-und-verpflichtet-martinez-1223607\u002Fartikel#omrss","326257536179113984","Toulouse",[149,131,135,152,153,154,155,156,157,132,85,158,159,160],"326257630509010944","326257661421031424","326257672598851584","326257760461131776","326257761564233728","326257534396534784","326255042464059392","326257545754710016","326257554411753472",[150,137,141,162,163,164,165,166,167,138,96,168,169,170],"Vitosha Bistritsa","Denmark","Derry City","Hatayspor","Güzide Gebzespor","Bayer Leverkusen","Penybont","Newcastle","Newcastle Jets","Leverkusen Sack Hjulmand, Hire Carles Martinez Until 2028",{"awayTeamId":-1,"awayTeamName":-1,"body":-1,"category":64,"excerpt":173,"homeTeamId":-1,"homeTeamName":-1,"id":174,"leagueId":67,"leagueName":68,"matchId":69,"matchName":21,"publishedAt":175,"slug":176,"sourceName":72,"sourceURL":177,"teamId":131,"teamName":137,"teamIds":178,"teamNames":179,"title":180},"Leverkusen has appointed coach Carles Martinez to succeed Kasper Hjulmand, ending an extensive search. 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