Augsburg complete Chaves capture | OneFootball

Arthur Chaves has joined FC Augsburg on loan from Hoffenheim until the end of the season.

The deal includes an option for Augsburg to make the centre-back’s move to the WWK-Arena permanent this summer.

“With the injury-related absences of Chrislain Matsima and Jeffrey Gouweleeuw, we were determined to strengthen our defensive options,” said FCA sporting director Benni Weber. 

“In Arthur Chaves, we are bringing in a strong, combative centre-back whose profile fits perfectly here. He is capable of playing in all three positions across the backline, knows the Bundesliga well, and can help us immediately.”

Chaves will be aiming for more consistent playing time, having played just 241 minutes across five games for Hoffenheim this season.

“I’m very excited about the challenge at FCA. My aim is to settle into the team as quickly as possible. I want to take responsibility both on and off the pitch and contribute to a successful second half of the season," said the centre-back.