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Bayer Leverkusen has dismissed head coach Erik ten Hag after just three games into the 2025-26 season due to poor results and internal issues, replacing him with a new setup amid a summer of significant squad upheaval.
Erik ten Hag, who previously managed Manchester United, is on the verge of being sacked after just three matches at Bayer Leverkusen due to poor results and a club in turmoil following significant player departures and a series of disappointing performances.
Live updates from a series of football matches show Chelsea leading Bayer Leverkusen 1-0 at halftime, with notable performances including Estevao Willian for Chelsea and a goal from Matt Targett for Newcastle in a friendly match against Espanyol, which is currently tied 1-1.
Chelsea and Bayer Leverkusen are playing a preseason friendly at Stamford Bridge with expected player rotations; the match is available on UK TV and streaming platforms, but not in the US or India.
Liverpool is close to finalizing a £114m deal to sign Bayer Leverkusen's Florian Wirtz, potentially breaking their transfer record, with negotiations focusing on the structure of add-ons; Wirtz, 22, prefers a move to Liverpool over other interest from Manchester City and Bayern Munich.
Liverpool is in advanced talks with Bayer Leverkusen to sign Florian Wirtz for around €134 million, with negotiations focusing on payment structure and add-ons, while also considering a potential departure of Darwin Nunez to the Saudi Pro League.
Liverpool has submitted a bid of up to €130 million to Bayer Leverkusen for Florian Wirtz, with negotiations ongoing and a deal expected soon, as Wirtz is keen to join Liverpool and is currently awaiting medical clearance.
Jeremie Frimpong, a talented right-back with a compelling personal story and a history of success in Europe, has completed a €35 million transfer to Liverpool from Bayer Leverkusen, marking a significant milestone in a 15-year journey from childhood in Manchester to becoming an elite footballer and Dutch international.
Liverpool has signed Dutch international Jeremie Frimpong from Bayer Leverkusen for £29.5 million on a five-year deal, following the departure of Trent Alexander-Arnold to Real Madrid. Frimpong, who played a key role in Leverkusen's Bundesliga title win, is seen as a replacement for Alexander-Arnold and will compete with Conor Bradley for the right-back position. Liverpool is also negotiating with Leverkusen over a deal for Germany's Florian Wirtz.
Liverpool are close to signing Florian Wirtz from Bayer Leverkusen in a deal worth around €130 million, potentially making it the most expensive transfer by a Premier League club, with negotiations on add-ons ongoing.
Liverpool has submitted a €130 million bid to sign Florian Wirtz from Bayer Leverkusen, with the German international keen on the move. Wirtz, 22, has been a key player for Leverkusen and is considered a versatile attacking midfielder who could enhance Liverpool's attacking options, especially in a system that relies on wide play and flexibility. The deal reflects Liverpool's interest in strengthening their squad ahead of future seasons, potentially replacing aging stars and adding depth to their attacking lineup.
Bayern Munich's DFB-Pokal campaign ended early with a 1-0 loss to Bayer Leverkusen, adding pressure as they seek trophies in the Bundesliga and Champions League. Manuel Neuer's red card complicated the match, but Bayern showed resilience. The team struggles offensively without key players like Jamal Musiala and Harry Kane, highlighting the need for talents like Florian Wirtz. Bayern's trophy drought continues since the 2019-2020 season.
Liverpool maintained their perfect Champions League record with a 4-0 victory over Bayer Leverkusen, highlighted by a hat-trick from Luis Diaz and a goal from Cody Gakpo. The match marked a challenging return to Anfield for Leverkusen's coach, Xabi Alonso, a former Liverpool player, as his team was outclassed in the second half. Despite a strong start to the season, Leverkusen left Anfield defeated, while Liverpool continued their impressive form under manager Arne Slot.
Liverpool continued their perfect Champions League run with a 4-0 victory over Bayer Leverkusen, highlighted by Luis Díaz's hat trick. The win at Anfield solidified Liverpool's lead in their group, while Leverkusen, managed by former Liverpool player Xabi Alonso, struggled to find form. Cody Gakpo also scored, and VAR played a role in confirming his goal. The match marked a successful outing for Liverpool under manager Arne Slot, who has been a strong successor to Jürgen Klopp.
Atalanta won the Europa League final against Bayer Leverkusen with a standout performance from Ademola Lookman, who scored a hat-trick. Atalanta's man-to-man marking and high pressing disrupted Leverkusen's play, leading to numerous errors. Despite Leverkusen's unbeaten Bundesliga season, they struggled in the final, while Atalanta's tactical discipline and Lookman's individual brilliance secured their victory.