Overview
- The 25-year-old joins until the end of the season on loan, with FC Augsburg holding a purchase option.
- Sporting director Benni Weber highlighted Keitel's intelligence and flexibility, expecting immediate help at defensive midfield or center-back.
- Keitel has not featured for Stuttgart's first team this season, was left off the European roster, and recently dealt with a muscle injury.
- Club officials presented the move as a sensible solution, with Keitel saying he is highly motivated to contribute.
- It is Augsburg's first winter addition and eleventh signing of the season, and the clubs did not disclose financial details.