VfB Stuttgart has opened negotiations with Hull City regarding a transfer for right-back Josha Vagnoman, as the English club has rekindled its interest in the 25-year-old player. Reports from Sky Sports indicate that discussions between the two clubs are currently underway, with some sources suggesting that they may already be nearing an agreement. Earlier in July, Hull had attempted to acquire Vagnoman, but that bid was rejected by Stuttgart.

As the summer transfer window enters its final stages, the circumstances surrounding Vagnoman have shifted significantly.

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Get German Football News highlighted in its tactical preview that Vagnoman remains one of several players who could depart, as head coach Sebastian Hoeneß works to address an increasingly crowded squad. The rise of Nikolas Nartey as a strong right-back candidate during pre-season has further intensified the competition for playing time in that area of defense.

Nevertheless, Nartey’s injury allowed Vagnoman to play in Stuttgart’s Bundesliga opener against Bayern Munich. Despite scoring Stuttgart’s goal in the 57th minute, Vagnoman faced a challenging match, culminating in a late own goal that played a crucial role in Bayern’s win.

Hull’s renewed interest presents Stuttgart with a chance to simplify their defensive roster before the transfer window ends. Vagnoman, who joined VfB from Hamburger SV in 2022, has gained substantial experience in the Bundesliga during his tenure at Stuttgart.

GGFN | Peter Weis

VfB Stuttgart are reportedly in negotiations with Hull City over a transfer for right-back Josha Vagnoman after the English club revived its interest in the 25-year-old. According to Sky Sports, talks between the two clubs are currently ongoing, with reports even suggesting that an agreement may already have been reached. Hull had previously attempted to sign Vagnoman in July, but Stuttgart rejected that approach.

The situation has now changed considerably heading into the final stages of the summer transfer window.

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Get German Football News noted in our 2026/27 VfB Stuttgart tactical preview that Vagnoman remained one of several players who could still leave as Sebastian Hoeneß attempted to reduce an increasingly crowded squad. The emergence of Nikolas Nartey as a viable right-back option during pre-season has only increased the competition for minutes on that side of the defence.

An injury to Nartey nevertheless led to Vagnoman featuring in Stuttgart’s Bundesliga opener against Bayern Munich. The Germany international endured a difficult afternoon despite getting on the scoresheet. Vagnoman scored Stuttgart’s goal in the 57th minute. His evening ended poorly, however, as a late own goal contributed decisively to Bayern’s eventual victory.

Hull’s renewed interest now gives Stuttgart the opportunity to streamline their defensive options before the window closes. Vagnoman has been with VfB since joining from Hamburger SV in 2022 and has accumulated significant Bundesliga experience during his time in Stuttgart.

GGFN | Peter Weis