Bayer Leverkusen is set to lose Grimaldo to Benfica for €15 million. The defender has scored 30 goals and provided 45 assists in 145 games.
What happened?
Grimaldo is moving to Benfica after a successful spell at Bayer Leverkusen. The transfer is expected to cost €15 million.
Why is this important for Bayer Leverkusen?
The Werkself is losing a key player who has scored many goals and provided many assists in the past. This could have an impact on the team.
What comes next?
Bayer Leverkusen is currently 5th in the Bundesliga with 52 points from 29 games. The recent form is WWDDD. The last match ended in a 1-1 draw against Hamburger SV on 2026-05-16.
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| League standing | 5th |
| Points | 52 |
| Games | 29 |
| Last match | 1-1 against Hamburger SV |
The Werkself must say goodbye to Grimaldo and find a new player to fill the gap. The top scorer of the season is P. Schick with 16 goals in 28 games. C. Kofane, N. Tella, and M. Terrier are currently injured.
