Tochi Chukwuani
The defensive midfielder joined Sturm Graz in 2020 for 640,000 euros from the Danish club Lyngby BK. After more than two years in the ADMIRAL Bundesliga, Chukwuani developed into an important part of the team. In the winter of 2026, the robust six-footer moved for 4.6 million euros to Glasgow Rangers. His release fee had already been earned back during his time at Sturm, as he moved for 4.6 million euros to Glasgow Rangers in the winter of 2026 – already under the management of Sturm's current sports director Michael Parensen.
Gregory Wüthrich
The Swiss central defender transferred in 2020 for free from Perth Glory to Graz. With strong performances in the ADMIRAL Bundesliga and on the European stage, as well as his role as a leader, Wüthrich played a key part in two league titles and two cup wins. The central defender left for Young Boys Bern in 2025 for free and influenced the team for five years. If Wüthrich had received a release fee, he would have likely secured a higher ranking.
