Bayer Leverkusen has got its desired player. The football Bundesliga club announced the signing of Portuguese left winger Afonso Moreira on Thursday. The 21-year-old joins from Olympique Lyon and receives a contract until 2031.
Who is Afonso Moreira?
Afonso Moreira is a fast, agile and skilled attacker with a good goal scoring record and an excellent vision for his teammates. The Portuguese U21 international played 37 competitive games for Lyon last season, scoring eight goals and providing eleven assists.
Why is Moreira important for Bayer Leverkusen?
Moreira is expected to cost the 2024 champion around 30 million euros in transfer fees. Bayer Leverkusen secures a fast and skilled attacker who will strengthen the team.
Current situation at Bayer Leverkusen
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| League standing | 6th in the Bundesliga |
| Points | 59 points |
| Record | 17 wins, 8 draws, 9 losses |
| Last result | 1-1 against Hamburger SV on 2026-05-16 |
Bayer Leverkusen has taken an important step with the signing of Afonso Moreira to strengthen the squad for the next season.
What's next?
The new coach Carles Martínez has got his desired player and can now start preparing for the new season. Bayer Leverkusen will continue to work on strengthening the squad in the coming weeks and months to have a successful season
