The transfer poker between VfL Wolfsburg and VfB Stuttgart for Josuha Guilavogui is dragging on. Apparently, the tense relationship between Jörg Schmadtke and Bruno Labbadia also plays a role.

It has been clear for a long time: Bruno Labbadia wants to bring Josuha Guilavogui to Stuttgart. As a veteran, he should stabilize the midfield and steer the Swabian game. The coach knows exactly what he would have in him. After all, both have already worked together in Wolfsburg.

Exactly where the contract of the 32-year-old expires at the end of the season. The hope of the Stuttgart, in view of the lowest possible transfer fee, lies in these remaining six months. Because VfL would otherwise lose him completely free of charge, a small sum could be enough for the commitment in winter.

A hope that is now also nourishing from two other aspects: On the one hand, Guilavogui himself has already negotiated a contract with VfB, as reported by Sky. So he himself would like to change. On the other hand, the Swabians could have important income in the house, which could possibly ensure a financial breakthrough in the negotiations.

But there is still a catch - and it's probably called Jörg Schmadtke. According to Sky information, the tense relationship between him and Labbadia plays a role in the tough talks.

When the trainer was with the wolves, there were several quarrels between the two. Every now and then there was one or the other tip, which was also publicly expressed. Ultimately, Labbadia had to leave Wolfsburg, despite a good sixth place in the table.

This past is said to "complicate the negotiations [at Guilavogui]". It seems the sporting CEO doesn't want to do his ex-coach any favours, while his current coach - Niko Kovac - would actually like to keep Guilavogui. A decision is expected this week. Schmadtke recently predicted that himself to kicker.

This article was originally posted on 90min.com as At Guilavogui Poker: Will Schmadtke wipe out Labbadia? released.