Overview
- TSG Hoffenheim announced on July 17 that central defender Arthur Chaves has signed a new long-term contract, officially extending his stay with the club.
- According to kicker, the deal is set to run until 2029 and incorporates exit scenarios to balance player retention with transfer market flexibility.
- Since joining from Portugal’s Académico Viseu in summer 2024, the 24-year-old has started 34 competitive matches and quickly established himself in the Bundesliga.
- Sporting director Andreas Schicker praised Chaves’s rapid development and consistent performances in both domestic league play and the Europa League.
- The extension follows Hoffenheim’s recent contract renewal with forward Fisnik Asllani, reflecting a broader strategy of locking in emerging talents.