Bayer Leverkusen starts the new season with the goal of finishing in the top four. New coach Carles Martínez wants to develop the team further and build on the success of the previous season.
The preparation
In the test matches, Leverkusen has convinced. Only against Nottingham Forest was there a narrow 1:2 defeat.
The most important new signing
Among the new players, Bayer 04 Leverkusen has set its sights on exciting types. Miguel Gutiérrez has presented himself well in the preparation.
The possible starting lineup
Carles Martínez is relying on a 4-2-3-1 system. Mark Flekken is set in goal. The League standing (final 2025 table -- new season not yet under way) shows that Bayer Leverkusen is 5th in Bundesliga, 52 pts, 15W-7D-7L from 29 games, recent form WWDDD. The team scored 59 goals and conceded 39 goals in the previous season, resulting in a positive balance of +20 goals. The next matchday will take place on February 13, 2027 against RB Leipzig.
