Bayer Leverkusen faces a potential departure of Kerim Alajbegovic. Xabi Alonso, the new Chelsea coach and former Leverkusen manager, is reportedly interested in the Bosnian talent. Leverkusen finished the 2025 season in 6th place with 59 points (17W-8D-9L) and a goal difference of +21 (68 scored, 47 conceded). ## What is known? The 18-year-old Alajbegovic, who was recently bought back by Leverkusen for eight million euros, could move to Atalanta Bergamo for 25 million euros plus bonuses. However, according to ‚kicker‘, Italian clubs are unwilling to pay such a fee. Instead, Chelsea has shown interest, as reported by ‚The Athletic‘. ## Why is this important for Leverkusen? A sale to Chelsea would bring Leverkusen a transfer profit. Alajbegovic has already made a name for himself with 14 international caps for Bosnia and Herzegovina. His transfer could strengthen the club's financial position. ## What comes next? Chelsea must first reduce their bloated squad. Players like Alejandro Garnacho (22) and Nicolas Jackson (25) are on the exit list. If the sale goes through, Leverkusen could use the funds to sign new players. Leverkusen ended the season with a run of 1W-2D-2L (DDLLW). The last match against Hamburger SV ended 1-1. Eliesse Ben Seghir is currently sidelined.