Bayer Leverkusen is facing a potential transfer of Granit Xhaka to Chelsea. The personal negotiations between Xhaka and Chelsea have been completed. Xabi Alonso has personally driven the transfer forward, after the two won the title together at Bayer Leverkusen in the 2023/24 season.
What happened?
The transfer of Xhaka to Chelsea is an important step for both teams. Bayer Leverkusen is currently in 6th place in the Bundesliga with 59 points from 34 games.
Why is this important for Bayer Leverkusen?
The loss of Xhaka would leave a big gap in the team. The Swiss midfielder has played important games for Bayer Leverkusen in the current season.
What comes next?
Bayer Leverkusen needs to prepare for the new season. The team is 30 points behind leaders Bayern München. | Date | Game | Result | | 2026-05-16 | Bayer Leverkusen - Hamburger SV | 1-1 |
The top scorer of the season is P. Schick with 16 goals in 28 games. The recent form of Bayer Leverkusen is 1W-2D-2L. The goal difference is +21, with 68 goals scored and 47 conceded.
