Bayer Leverkusen news

Algeria attacking midfielder Ibrahim Maza has confidently targeted a historic victory over Argentina in their upcoming 2026 World Cup opening match. The 20-year-old Bayer Leverkusen prospect arrived in the United States ahead of the tournament and immediately shared his fearless ambitions, dismissive of the reigning world champions' psychological tactics.

Bayer has appointed Carles Martinez as its new head coach, presenting him as its "Plan B". Given the similarities with Xabi Alonso, the stakes are high; nevertheless, the Spaniard brings qualities that will suit the Werkself very well.

Bayer Leverkusen have pulled off a surprise managerial appointment by naming former Toulouse boss Carles Martinez Novell as their new head coach on a two-year contract. The 42-year-old replaces the departing Kasper Hjulmand at the BayArena after the Bundesliga side saw moves for Andoni Iraola and Filipe Luis fall through.

Bayer Leverkusen have appointed a new head coach – and the name is not one that has been widely speculated upon in recent days.

Bayer Leverkusen have reportedly turned down the opportunity to appoint former Real Madrid defender Alvaro Arbeloa as their new head coach. Despite a frantic search for a new leader to replace Kasper Hjulmand, the Bundesliga side are continuing their pursuit of other candidates after deciding the Spaniard is not yet ready for the role.

Real Madrid's outgoing interim manager, Álvaro Arbeloa (43), has reportedly offered his services to Bayer Leverkusen – only to be turned down by the club.

Kennet Eichhorn is apparently willing to settle for considerably less. Nevertheless, BVB have now pulled out of the transfer negotiations. The reason? The club deemed the player's signing-on fee demands absurd.

A Basque coach appeared to be the ideal candidate for Bayer Leverkusen's managerial role, but Liverpool FC have now inserted themselves into the equation. In just three years, Andoni Iraola has established himself as the most sought-after name in the coaching market. How did he achieve this?

Bayer Leverkusen wing-back Alejandro Grimaldo has openly fuelled transfer speculation ahead of his first-ever World Cup appearance, reiterating his long-term desire to return home to Spain. Speaking to the press, he admitted that playing for a top-tier La Liga club remains a definitive career objective – one he intends to fulfil sooner rather than later.

VfL Wolfsburg faces a major exodus following their relegation. One young German striker in particular appears to be in high demand.