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Kasper Hjulmand
Kasper HjulmandManager
BayArena
Home Venue
BayArena
30,210 capacity
Issa Traoré
Issa Traoré
Jan 01, 2026
Free
DjolibaDjoliba
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Ezequiel Fernández
€25,000,000
Al-QadsiahAl-Qadsiah
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Eliesse Ben Seghir
Eliesse Ben Seghir
Aug 31, 2025
€32,000,000
MonacoMonaco
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Lucas Vázquez
Lucas Vázquez
Aug 26, 2025
Free
Real MadridReal Madrid
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Loïc Badé
Loïc Badé
Aug 21, 2025
€25,000,000
SevillaSevilla
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Claudio Echeverri
Claudio Echeverri
Aug 21, 2025
Free
Manchester CityManchester City
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Ernest Poku
Ernest Poku
Aug 12, 2025
€10,000,000
AZAZ
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Janis Blaswich
Janis Blaswich
Aug 11, 2025
€2,000,000
RB LeipzigRB Leipzig
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Farid Alfa-Ruprecht
€1,300,000
Manchester City U21Manchester City U21
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Malik Tillman
Malik Tillman
Jul 12, 2025
€35,000,000
PSVPSV
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Christian Kofane
Christian Kofane
Jul 11, 2025
€5,000,000
AlbaceteAlbacete
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Jarell Quansah
Jarell Quansah
Jul 02, 2025
€35,000,000
LiverpoolLiverpool
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Gustavo Puerta
Gustavo Puerta
Jun 30, 2025
Free
Hull CityHull City
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Odilon Kossounou
Odilon Kossounou
Jun 30, 2025
Free
AtalantaAtalanta
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Noah Mbamba
Noah Mbamba
Feb 02, 2025
Free
Fortuna DüsseldorfFortuna Düsseldorf
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Mario Hermoso
Mario Hermoso
Jan 31, 2025
Free
RomaRoma
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Emiliano Buendía
Emiliano Buendía
Jan 29, 2025
Free
Aston VillaAston Villa
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Nordi Mukiele
Nordi Mukiele
Aug 28, 2024
Free
Paris Saint GermainParis Saint Germain
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Martin Terrier
Martin Terrier
Jul 18, 2024
€20,000,000
RennesRennes
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Jeanuël Belocian
Jeanuël Belocian
Jul 01, 2024
€15,000,000
RennesRennes
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Aleix García
Aleix García
Jul 01, 2024
€18,000,000
GironaGirona
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Patrick Pentz
Patrick Pentz
Jun 30, 2024
Free
Brøndby IFBrøndby IF
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Sadik Fofana
Sadik Fofana
Jun 30, 2024
Free
Fortuna SittardFortuna Sittard
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Sardar Azmoun
Sardar Azmoun
Jun 30, 2024
Free
RomaRoma
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Borja Iglesias
Borja Iglesias
Jan 27, 2024
Free
Real BetisReal Betis
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Nathan Tella
Nathan Tella
Aug 27, 2023
Free
SouthamptonSouthampton
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Josip Stanisic
Josip Stanisic
Aug 20, 2023
Free
FC Bayern MünchenFC Bayern München
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Sardar Azmoun
Sardar Azmoun
Jan 30, 2022
€2,500,000
ZenitZenit
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Lennart Grill
Lennart Grill
Dec 31, 2021
Free
BrannBrann
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Piero Hincapié
Piero Hincapié
Aug 16, 2021
€6,350,000
Talleres CórdobaTalleres Córdoba
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Robert Andrich
Robert Andrich
Aug 16, 2021
€6,500,000
FC Union BerlinFC Union Berlin
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Demarai Gray 
Demarai Gray 
Jan 31, 2021
€2,000,000
Leicester CityLeicester City
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Jeremie Frimpong
Jeremie Frimpong
Jan 27, 2021
€11,000,000
CelticCeltic
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Timothy Fosu-Mensah
€1,700,000
Manchester UnitedManchester United
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Transfer Analysis

A comprehensive look at Bayer 04 Leverkusen's transfer activity over the past decade.

Transfer Activity

How active has Bayer 04 Leverkusen been in the transfer market over the past decade?

Bayer 04 Leverkusen has been very active in the transfer market, completing 78 transfers over the past 6 seasons. This includes 34 incoming moves and 44 departures. The most active season was 2024/25 with 24 transactions, while 2020/21 saw just 3.

Transfer Spending

A breakdown of investment and sales revenue across each season.

Over the past decade, Bayer 04 Leverkusen has invested a total of €253.3M in incoming transfers while recouping €81.5M from player sales. This results in a net spend of €171.9M, making the club a major net spender. The club's biggest spending season was 2025/26 with €170.3M invested, while 2025/26 generated the most revenue at €42.5M.

Transfer Window Patterns

When does Bayer 04 Leverkusen prefer to do their business?

Bayer 04 Leverkusen is conducting almost all business in summer. The summer window accounts for 83% of all transfer activity (65 moves), compared to 17% in January (13 moves). Summer spending totals €236.2M vs €17.2M in winter windows.

Net Spend Evolution

Tracking the balance between investment and sales over time.

The cumulative net spend chart tracks Bayer 04 Leverkusen's overall market position over time. Values above zero indicate net profit (more sold than spent), while values below represent net investment. Currently, the club sits at a cumulative spend of €171.9M. Consistent investment has seen the net spend grow steadily.

Positions Targeted

Which areas of the squad has Bayer 04 Leverkusen invested in?

Bayer 04 Leverkusen's recruitment has been with a clear emphasis on defender signings, with Defenders representing 35% of incoming transfers (12 signings). Attacker arrivals account for another 29% (10 players).

Positions Sold From

Where has Bayer 04 Leverkusen seen the most outgoing activity?

The club has seen most departures from Defender positions (32%, 14 players), followed by Attackers at 30% (13 players). Both incoming and outgoing activity has been concentrated in defender positions, suggesting squad rebuilding in this area.

Biggest Signings

The most expensive players to arrive at Bayer 04 Leverkusen.

The most significant investment was Malik Tillman for €35.0M, arriving from PSV in 2025. Jarell Quansah (€35.0M) and Eliesse Ben Seghir (€32.0M) complete the top three. The total spent on these top signings represents 40% of all incoming transfer fees.

Biggest Sales

The highest fees received for departing players.

Bayer 04 Leverkusen's record sale is Amine Adli for €21.0M to AFC Bournemouth in 2025. Recent sales activity indicates the club has been cashing in on assets in recent windows.

Fee Breakdown

How does Bayer 04 Leverkusen's spending distribute across price brackets?

The majority of Bayer 04 Leverkusen's incoming business (47%) has been Free transfers. Meanwhile, 18% of signings cost over €20M. This suggests a cost-conscious approach, maximising value from free transfers.

Signing Age Profile

What age groups has Bayer 04 Leverkusen targeted in recruitment?

Bayer 04 Leverkusen has focused on 21-25 signings, with 39% of arrivals in this age bracket. Only 9% of signings were 30 or older. This indicates a balanced approach across age groups.

Free Transfers

How much value has Bayer 04 Leverkusen found in the free agent market?

Free transfers have accounted for 47% of incoming moves over the past decade. Notable free signings include Issa Traoré, Lucas Vázquez, Claudio Echeverri. In total, Bayer 04 Leverkusen has brought in 16 players without a transfer fee.

Loan Movements

How has Bayer 04 Leverkusen utilized the loan market?

Bayer 04 Leverkusen has utilized the loan market frequently in both directions, sending out 15 players and bringing in 20 on temporary deals over the decade. The most loan activity came in 2025/26 with 14 moves.