Bayer Leverkusen has appointed Carles Martínez Novell as its new coach. The 42-year-old Spaniard signs a two-year contract and is tasked with leading the team back to the Champions League.
Who is Martínez Novell?
Martínez Novell was most recently with FC Toulouse in the French Ligue 1. He led the team to a ninth-place finish in the previous season.
Why Martínez Novell?
„Carles Martínez has successfully developed numerous young players in Toulouse and formed an internationally influenced team into a strong unit“, said Leverkusen's managing director Simon Rolfes.
What's next?
Bayer Leverkusen currently sits in 5th place in the Bundesliga with 52 points from 29 games. The last match ended 1-1 against Hamburger SV on May 16, 2026.
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| League standing | 5th place |
| Points | 52 |
| Games | 29 |
| Wins | 15 |
| Draws | 7 |
| Losses | 7 |
| Last game | 1-1 against Hamburger SV on May 16, 2026 |
