Stuttgart formalizes the arrival of Prömel, ex-Union, and reinforces goalkeepers with Funk
VfB Stuttgart have confirmed the signing of midfielder Grischa Prömel, who arrives from TSG Hoffenheim. The player, who stood out in the campaign to access the first division with Union Berlin, signed a contract until June 30, 2029. Prömel, aged 31, will reinforce the midfield sector of the Suábia club after weeks of speculation about his future.
Além from Prömel, Stuttgart also announced the arrival of goalkeeper Marius Funk, who played in the German second division for Energie Cottbus. Funk, 30 years old, signed a contract until June 30, 2028 and returns to the club where he formed his base. The pair of reinforcements marks Stuttgart’s efforts to qualify its squad for the season.
Prömel arrives after long speculation
Grischa Prömel is known for his pivotal role in Union Berlin’s historic campaign that took Köpenick’s club to the top flight. The midfielder became a fan idol during this journey and maintained his performance at a high level after promotion. Sua transferred to Hoffenheim years later, where he continued to be an important player. Agora, moves again within Bundesliga, seeking to continue his career in Stuttgart.
The player has already trained with the VfB squad and is working on adapting to the new tactics implemented by the club. Prömel arrives to compete for position in the midfield sector and contribute with experience acquired throughout his career in the main German competitions. Sua’s arrival reinforces Stuttgart’s offensive potential for the next commitments.
Funk returns home: from Cottbus to Stuttgart
Marius Funk recently completed an important feat: gaining access to 2. Bundesliga with Energie Cottbus in the starting goalkeeper position. The archer’s performance caught the attention of bigger clubs, and Stuttgart decided to invest in signing him. Para Funk, the move represents an emotional return to his childhood club, where he played through the youth ranks between 2011 and 2016.
The goalkeeper competes in all Stuttgart training categories, from under-15 to under-21, before starting his professional career at other clubs. Sua’s return symbolizes a reunion with the institution that shaped his first stages as a player. Funk arrives as a reinforcement for the goalkeeping team, competing for the starting line-up and seeking to gain space in VfB’s professional squad.
Estrutura of reinforcements in the squad
The two new names arrive with contracts of different durations, reflecting Stuttgart’s short and medium term plans:
- Grischa Prömel: contract until June 30, 2029 (three seasons)
- Marius Funk: contract until June 30, 2028 (two seasons)
- Posição from Prömel: midfield
- Posição from Funk: goalkeeper
- Previous Procedência: Hoffenheim and Cottbus respectively
Impacto on Stuttgart moves
The pair of reinforcements is part of Stuttgart’s broader strategy of qualifying its squad. Prömel brings proven experience in Bundesliga, while Funk offers security to the defensive sector with its recent track record. Ambos players end periods of speculation that have marked the German market in recent months. The Suábia club continues to look for improvements that will enable competitiveness in upcoming domestic and international competitions.
