Bayer Leverkusen has signed Afonso Moreira from Olympique Lyon. The 21-year-old left winger arrived in Cologne on Wednesday at 12:06 PM and will join Bayer 04 for a transfer fee of €30 million.
Who is Afonso Moreira?
Afonso Moreira is a Portuguese U21 international who played in 37 competitive games for Lyon last season, scoring eight goals and providing eleven assists.
Why is Moreira important for Bayer 04?
Moreira is set to bring pace and goal threat to Bayer 04's game. With his signing, the team gains a new option on the left wing and can improve its attacking play.
What's next?
If the medical checks go smoothly, Moreira will sign a contract with Bayer 04 until 2031. Currently, Bayer 04 is in 6th place in the Bundesliga, 30 points behind leaders Bayern München.
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| League standing | 6th |
| Points | 59 |
| Record | 17W-8D-9L |
| Last result | 1-1 against Hamburger SV (2026-05-16) |
