Vladimír Coufal

Key strength: Pace and recovery

Overlapping full-back

At 33 years old, Czech right-back Vladimír Coufal continues to prove his worth as a reliable squad option for third-placed TSG 1899 Hoffenheim. With the club riding a three-game winning streak, Coufal has quietly contributed 5 assists and 1 goal across 22 appearances this season, providing crucial width and balance on the right flank. Operating as an overlapping full-back, Coufal's pace and recovery ability remain his calling cards despite his advancing years. His 1,968 minutes on the pitch and clean disciplinary record (zero cards) speak to his professional consistency and tactical discipline. While teammates like Fisnik Asllani and Tim Lemperle grab headlines up front, Coufal's €2.7m valuation reflects his understated but vital role—offering experience and stability to a Hoffenheim side punching above their weight in the league's top three. His ability to link play and deliver from wide areas makes him a valuable asset in their surprise title challenge.