# Transfer interest in Finn Jeltsch

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/transfer-interest-in-finn-jeltsch
> Updated: 2026-08-25T06:42:41.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

Speculation has intensified regarding the potential transfer of 20-year-old VfB Stuttgart defender Finn Jeltsch. Initially, reports linked Liverpool, Arsenal, and Bayern Munich to the German centre-back, with his market value estimated at approximately €55 million. Stuttgart management expressed a desire to retain the player during this period.

As interest evolved, Manchester United emerged as a potential suitor, considering official contact with Stuttgart to bolster its defensive line. While competition remains high from clubs including Bayern Munich, Liverpool, Arsenal, and Juventus, Stuttgart maintains negotiating leverage due to a contract lasting until June 2030. Although market value estimates shifted to around 35 million euros in later reports, Jeltsch has stated his current focus remains on his performances with Stuttgart and competing in the Champions League.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-25: Manchester United eyes VfB Stuttgart defender Finn Jeltsch

Manchester United is monitoring VfB Stuttgart defender Finn Jeltsch as a long-term defensive target, amid interest from Bayern Munich, Arsenal, Liverpool, and Juventus.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/manchester-united-eyes-vfb-stuttgart-defender-finn-jeltsch

### 2026-07-29: Finn Jeltsch attracts €55 million bids from Liverpool, Arsenal and Bayern

VfB Stuttgart’s 20‑year‑old defender Finn Jeltsch, valued at €55 million, is linked with Liverpool, Arsenal and Bayern Munich as the summer transfer window approaches.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/finn-jeltsch-attracts-55-million-bids-from-liverpool-arsenal-and-bayern

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