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Now, let's talk central defenders. Those likely to dominate transfer talk heading in 2026 are the big three potential Bosman free transfers in the shape of Marc Guehi, Ibrahima Konate, and Dayot Upamecano. But there are others we need to look at including Edmond Tapsoba , who was so close to joining Tottenham Hotspur when they were chasing him and Micky van de Ven, but they opted for the Dutchman.

Leverkusen have reached their top form under the new coach. They lost a lot of talent but also brought in talent. When you see how many chances they create and how many goals they score, they're still a dangerous team that's picked up results in the Bundesliga. So, this is still a top game in the Bundesliga. And we've got the rivalry of the past few years that still exists in our squad.

There were many top-class performances in this week's Champions League matches, but the one Nuno Mendes produced in Paris Saint-Germain's demolition of Bayer in Leverkusen surely stands out. Quite apart from every other aspect of his game, the left-back assisted Willian Pacho for the opening goal, and got on the scoresheet himself.

"It is a process. We need time, and we need matches, and they are coming," Hjulmand told a press conference on Friday. "We are very optimistic, and I think we have a great team. We can build an outstanding team, but we are still building it up. "A lot of new players, new coaches, that's how it is. But in every game we have to get results."

On paper not that much has changed. Gladbach remain winless (over 11 matches in total going back to last season) and are still second-bottom of the table, kept off the floor only by pointless Heidenheim. Yet Haris Tabakovic's goal potentially changes everything for the team and their interim coach, Eugen Polanski. After an enterprising performance, in stark contrast to what had gone before, the visitors were nevertheless heading for a narrow defeat when two of Polanski's substitutes combined.

It's just world-class. Absolutely crazy.

The Jonathan Tah to Bayern Munich transfer saga is one that lasted quite a long time, with the club going back and forth with Bayer Leverkusen and the media having even more fun. It ended in early June when Tah finally put ink on paper and signed for Bayern Munich on a 4-year contract.

It is hard to believe that a mere 16 months ago, as they celebrated an unprecedented, unbeaten domestic double-winning season with their awestruck fans at the BayArena, Bayer Leverkusen resembled the very picture of stability, health and continuity. It seemed as though Die Werkself were set to maintain their soaring productivity levels, with Xabi Alonso working his coaching magic and having rebuffed his former clubs, Bayern Munich and Liverpool, as they searched for new managers.

According to transfer insider Fabrizio Romano, Ange Postecoglou has emerged as a managerial option for two major European clubs currently in search of a new head coach, Bayer Leverkusen and Fenerbahce. The former Tottenham Hotspur boss is being seriously considered as both clubs assess their future plans. Romano reports that Postecoglou's name has been discussed internally by decision-makers at both Leverkusen and Fenerbahce, with the Australian coach viewed as a candidate who could bring structure, attacking football.

According to The Sun, Crystal Palace boss Oliver Glasner is being considered by Bayer Leverkusen who sacked Erik ten Hag yesterday. Glasner has cemented his position as one of the best managers in the Premier League. The Austrian manager has recently guided Palace to success in the FA Cup and the Community Shield. On their way to silverware, they beat Manchester City and Liverpool, showing their capability to compete with the best teams in the country.

Leverkusen currently have three of my compatriots in their squad. They told me about the club culture and the high standards here in Leverkusen,