Bayer Leverkusen loses the young Bosnian striker Kerim Alajbegović to Juventus Turin for a record transfer fee of over 30 million euros. The 18-year-old forward moves for a fee of just over 30 million euros. The transfer is the largest of an 18-year-old in Bundesliga history. Bayer Leverkusen will receive 33 million euros, with a maximum of slightly more than 35 million euros. The Bosnian World Cup player, who was trained in the Bayer youth team, signs a five-year contract. Chelsea, which would have paid up to 40 million euros, dropped the player on Thursday morning.
What happens now?
Bayer Leverkusen is facing a big challenge. The club must find a new player to fill the gap left by Alajbegović. Currently, the club is in 5th place in the Bundesliga with 52 points after 29 games. The team has scored 59 goals and conceded 39 (+20 goal difference). Bayer Leverkusen is 24 points behind the leaders Bayern München.
What does it mean for Bayer Leverkusen?
The loss of Alajbegović is a big blow for Bayer Leverkusen. The youngest striker in Bundesliga history was an important part of the team. The club must now find a new player to fill the gap. Currently, the club is in 5th place in the Bundesliga with 52 points after 29 games.
What comes next?
Bayer Leverkusen has a match against RB Leipzig (away) on February 13, 2027. The club is in 4th place in the Bundesliga and has scored 59 goals and conceded 39 (+20 goal difference). Currently, the player Eliesse Ben Seghir is injured.
