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04-08-2025
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Bayer Leverkusen confirm new long-term contract for Schick
Bayer 04 Leverkusen have announced a contract extension for Patrik Schick. The prolific Czech striker has signed a new deal with Die Werkself that will keep him at the club until 2030. 'With Patrik Schick's commitment, we have not only convinced one of Europe's most clinical strikers of our vision, but we have also secured a leader for our team as we pursue the highest goals in the coming years,' said Bayer Leverkusen's managing director for sport, Simon Rolfes. 'As Bayer 04 embark on the next cycle, we see Patrik as a driving force behind our development. He combines exceptional footballing quality and an outstanding goal-scoring record with vast international experience, and he will provide the squad with the stability and structure it needs,' Rolfes added. Schick, who has scored 81 goals for Die Werkself since joining in 2020, commented: 'I want to and will continue to contribute my goals—that is my strength. Beyond that, I look forward to being a pillar in building a new, title-worthy team. 'I'm excited about the future. Bayer 04 is working intensively on assembling a top squad for the years ahead, and I firmly believe we will continue to play a major role both in the Bundesliga and in Europe.'
Yahoo
13-07-2025
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Kovar completes PSV medical
Kovar has made just six Bundesliga appearances for Die Werkself since joining the club in 2023, and is now set for a move away from the club. Plettenberg reports that a deal is set to be complete for a €5 million fee + another €2 million in bonuses. Kovar is set to be announced by PSV tomorrow.
Yahoo
09-07-2025
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Jonas Hofmann: Erik ten Hag "wants to build on" foundations laid by Alonso
In a recent interview with Kicker, Jonas Hofmann gave insights into life under Bayer Leverkusen's new head coach Erik ten Hag. The 32-year-old clearly wants to regain a regular spot in the team which he lost last season under former gaffer Xabi Alonso. Advertisement "The plan is very clear: to be part of the starting lineup again. New coach, new opportunity. "I already had a brief chat [with Erik ten Hag], and I think the chemistry is right for now. The good thing about me is that I'm flexible, that I can play both on the wing and more centrally. 'I try to bring my experience to the table, to ensure a clear game, which is what I stand for and I hope the coach is on board with that too,' he explained. Hofmann went on to talk about ten Hag's football philosophy and what the Netherlands head coach wants to achieve with Die Werkself. "He wants a lot of security in possession and good positional play. We've seen that in the first two days. Advertisement "We're trying to get to grips with his basic principles as quickly, but he formulates and addresses them very clearly and concisely. It's fun because we do a lot with the ball. "The coach has said that he wants to build on Xabi's work over the last two years. These basic things, the foundation of our game, are very, very similar. 'But of course he still has his own ideas. And I believe that when he brings his ideas to the table, we will learn something new and hopefully become even better,' he added.
Yahoo
08-07-2025
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Newcastle United are set to make an offer for Bayer Leverkusen's Edmond Tapsoba
Newcastle United are set to make an offer for Bayer Leverkusen's Edmond Tapsoba As reported by The Mirror (via FT), Newcastle United are looking to sign Bayer Leverkusen centre-back Edmond Tapsoba. It is understood that the Premier League outfit have been long-term admirers of Tapsoba and are, therefore, willing to make an offer within the region of €58 million for the Burkina Faso international. Advertisement So far this summer, the Magpies have been unable to lure their primary targets to St James' Park, with offers for Anthony Elanga and James Trafford having been rejected, while Brighton & Hove Albion's João Pedro has turned down a move to Tyneside in favour of signing for Chelsea. Unfortunately for Eddie Howe's side, they could face a similar situation with Tapsoba. Firstly, Tottenham Hotspur are reported to be interested in the 26-year-old, and the reigning Europa League champions can also offer Champions League football to Tapsoba. As well as this, Die Werkself are not looking to offload the centre-half. Advertisement Having lost Jonathan Tah to Bayern Munich and Odilon Kossounou to Atalanta, Leverkusen will not want to lose another experienced central defender. This could see B04 refuse to sell Tapsoba, whose contract is valid at the BayArena until 2028, unless his €95 million release clause is met. GGFN | Will Shopland
Yahoo
04-06-2025
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Report: Xhaka unsettled at Bayer Leverkusen?
Swiss news source Blicksport are reporting that well-informed members of the club are expecting Granit Xhaka to depart Bayer Leverkusen. While it may not be during this window, the Swiss international is supposedly keen to move on despite his contract running until 2028. Advertisement Die Werkself are also believed to be holding discussions with regards to the conditions of a possible transfer. Apparently there are several clubs internationally that are interested in the midfielder's services. One club that is definitely not in the running is FC Basel, for whom Xhaka made 42 appearances for between 2010-12.
