VfB Stuttgart signs new striker: Tim van der Leij joins the team

VfB Stuttgart has signed the Dutch striker Tim van der Leij. The 20-year-old comes from the Dutch second division club RKC Waalwijk and signed a long-term contract until June 30, 2030.

Who is Tim van der Leij?

The 1.93 meter tall striker scored 13 goals in 33 games for RKC Waalwijk last season. Van der Leij will initially join the second team of the Swabians in the 3rd league for training.

Why is van der Leij moving to Stuttgart?

«Tim is a very talented striker with an exciting profile», said sports director Christian Gentner. «He has shown good performances in Waalwijk last season and has drawn attention with many goals.»

Current situation of VfB Stuttgart

VfB Stuttgart is currently in 4th place in the Bundesliga with 62 points from 34 games. The team of coach Sebastian Hoeneß has scored 71 goals and conceded 49 in the last season. The last match day ended with a 0-3 defeat against Bayern Munich.