Tag: Bayer Leverkusen

Man City Step Up Wirtz Pursuit Amid Bayern Rivalry

Florian Wirtz (Bayer Leverkusen)
May 14, 2025

Manchester City are in advanced talks to sign Florian Wirtz after Bayer Leverkusen granted them permission. The player flew to England with his family for negotiations, and a framework for a deal is verbally agreed.
City are working to finalize the transfer, aware that Leverkusen prefer selling to them over Bundesliga rivals Bayern. Bayern remain confident of convincing Wirtz, who hasn’t made a final decision yet.

Liverpool in Advanced Talks to Sign Frimpong from Leverkusen

Jeremie Frimpong (Bayer Leverkusen)
May 2025

Liverpool are in advanced talks with Bayer Leverkusen over the signing of right-back Jeremie Frimpong, seen as a top replacement for the outgoing Trent Alexander-Arnold.
The Dutch international has a €35–€40m release clause and is expected to leave Leverkusen this summer after helping them win a domestic double.

Leverkusen Eye Sancho Bargain Amid United Exit

Jadon Sancho (Manchester United)
Summer 2025 transfer window

Bayer Leverkusen are interested in signing Jadon Sancho for a reduced fee of £20m as United seek a permanent sale after a mixed Chelsea loan.
Sancho’s Bundesliga familiarity makes a return feasible, but wage demands may hinder talks; Leverkusen see it as a value opportunity.

Bayern Confident of Securing Wirtz Deal from Rivals Leverkusen

Florian Wirtz (Bayer Leverkusen)
Summer 2025 transfer window

Bayern Munich are increasingly optimistic about signing Florian Wirtz, who has also been on Manchester City’s radar. Leverkusen are fighting to keep their star.
Bayern are ready to pay over €100m, potentially topping the Harry Kane fee. Wirtz has yet to decide, while Leverkusen’s CEO calls the odds “50:50.”

Liverpool Target Frimpong and Vanderson as Right-Back Replacements

Jeremie Frimpong (Bayer Leverkusen), Vanderson (Monaco)
Summer 2025 transfer window

With Trent Alexander-Arnold set to join Real Madrid, Liverpool are targeting Bayer Leverkusen’s Frimpong and Monaco’s Vanderson to strengthen the right-back position.
Frimpong, valued at €35m, is a prolific wing-back option. Vanderson, also tracked by Spurs, could join to compete with Conor Bradley.

Alonso Set to Accept Real Madrid Job as Leverkusen Prepares for Departure

Xabi Alonso (Bayer Leverkusen > Real Madrid)
May 2025

Xabi Alonso is reportedly close to finalizing a move to become Real Madrid’s new head coach, with Fabrizio Romano stating the Spaniard is ready to say yes.
Alonso is expected to complete the move once terms for his exit from Bayer Leverkusen are settled. The German club is accelerating its search for a replacement in anticipation of his departure.

Florian Wirtz Chooses Bayern Amid Madrid, City Interest

Florian Wirtz (Bayer Leverkusen)
Summer 2025

Wirtz has told Leverkusen boss Xabi Alonso he only wants to join Bayern Munich, despite interest from Real Madrid and Manchester City.
No agreement is reached yet, but Bayern are willing to pay over €100m to sign the Bundesliga star, who has 20 goal involvements this season.

Hincapié a Backup Option if Alonso Joins Madrid

Piero Hincapié (Bayer Leverkusen)
Summer 2025

Real Madrid may turn to Piero Hincapié if they miss out on Saliba. The Ecuadorian has a €60m clause but could be available for around €40m.
With defensive injuries piling up, Madrid value Hincapié’s versatility. Xabi Alonso, who may take over as manager, is a known admirer.

Wirtz Draws Heavy Interest from Bayern, Madrid & City Amid £100m Valuation

Florian Wirtz (Bayer Leverkusen)
April 2025

Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, and Manchester City are all targeting Florian Wirtz, with Leverkusen valuing him at £100–110m amid efforts to keep him under contract until 2027.
Bayern are ready to spend big, Real Madrid’s pursuit may hinge on Xabi Alonso’s appointment, and Man City see Wirtz as a possible De Bruyne successor. Wirtz has no release clause and is undecided on his future.

Kepa Arrizabalaga Linked with Bayer Leverkusen Switch

Kepa Arrizabalaga (Chelsea)
April 2025

Leverkusen are eyeing a move for Kepa following a successful loan spell at Bournemouth, viewing him as a long-term replacement for Hradecky.
Kepa has revived his career post-Chelsea through consistent loan performances. The 30-year-old could become Leverkusen’s new No. 1 this summer.

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