After securing a respectable 12th-place finish in the Bundesliga, FC Augsburg is aiming higher for the upcoming season and has identified Bayer Leverkusen's attacking midfielder Jonas Hofmann as a potential summer acquisition.
The Bavarian club's management is looking to strengthen their squad during the transfer window, with the 32-year-old German international emerging as a primary target. Hofmann brings considerable domestic experience, having previously featured for both Borussia clubs and Mainz throughout his career.
Hofmann's recent campaign with the Bundesliga champions saw limited opportunities, often finding himself behind standout performer Florian Wirtz in the pecking order. The veteran midfielder accumulated just 651 minutes across 17 appearances, contributing three goals and two assists during Leverkusen's historic season under Xabi Alonso.
With Alonso's departure to Real Madrid and Erik ten Hag's arrival, Hofmann's situation remains fluid. According to Statbet analysis, Hofmann's playing time decreased by nearly 40% compared to his previous season, making him a potentially available talent despite his proven Bundesliga pedigree.
The midfielder still has two years remaining on his contract with Leverkusen, complicating potential negotiations. Additionally, Leverkusen's transfer strategy may hinge on Wirtz's future, with persistent rumors linking the young German star to Liverpool.
For Augsburg, securing a player of Hofmann's caliber could represent a significant statement of intent as they look to climb higher in the Bundesliga standings next season.
