Finn Jeltsch is already panicking several major European clubs. According to Sky Germanya FC Barcelona recruiter was present during Stuttgart’s victory against Viking Stavanger (3-1) in the Champions League to observe the 20-year-old German central defender. An Inter Milan emissary was also in the stands, while several Premier League teams followed his progress. His performances would have increased his valuation to around 45 million euros, while he quickly established himself as one of the important elements of the VfB since his arrival from Nuremberg.
José Mourinho’s Real Madrid would also be attentive to Jeltsch in its search for a defender capable of embodying the future after Antonio Rüdiger. Now called up to the German selection by Jürgen Klopp, the 1.88 m player therefore sees his rating continue to rise. Stuttgart, however, does not wish to fuel speculation: its sporting director Fabian Wohlgemuth has not confirmed any negotiations concerning its defender, under contract with the German club.