Bayer Leverkusen loses a talent: Adriano Marciano joins Energie Cottbus. The 17-year-old midfielder left Bayer Leverkusen's U17 team and joined Energie Cottbus' U19 team.
What happened?
Adriano Marciano announced the transfer himself on Instagram. The German-Italian wrote: „After 4 1/2 years, it's time to say goodbye to Bayer 04 and leave a big part of my football career behind.“
Why is the transfer important?
The transfer is important because Adriano Marciano is a great talent. He made 26 appearances in the U17-DFB-Nachwuchsliga for Bayer Leverkusen last season and scored three goals.
What comes next?
Adriano Marciano will play under former pro Daniel Ziebig. The former U17 coach was promoted to U19 and will take over the highest youth team of the Lausitzer.
| Season | Appearances | Goals |
|---|---|---|
| 2025/26 | 26 | 3 |
Bayer Leverkusen is currently in 6th place in the Bundesliga with 59 points. The team has scored 68 goals and conceded 47 goals in the last season. The last match ended with a 1:1 draw against Hamburger SV on May 16, 2026.
