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Afonso Moreira Transfer from Olympique Lyonnais to Bayer 04 Leverkusen
Afonso Moreira made his debut for Bayer Leverkusen in a friendly match against Baumberg (D5).
Afonso Moreira made his debut for Bayer Leverkusen in a friendly match against Baumberg (D5).
Afonso Moreira is already training with Leverkusen before the official start of season preparation. Simon Rolfes, Leverkusen's head of sport, explained that all players were offered the opportunity to train at the stadium if they returned from vacation early. Rolfes stated that Afonso Moreira accepted this offer.
Afonso Moreira is already training with Leverkusen before the official start of season preparation. Simon Rolfes, Leverkusen's head of sport, explained that all players were offered the opportunity to train at the stadium if they returned from vacation early. Rolfes stated that Afonso Moreira accepted this offer.
Bild reports that because Lyon is listed on the stock exchange, the club was required to disclose the exact transfer fee for Afonso Moreira, who was also identified as Bayer Leverkusen's preferred candidate for the left side. The player's cost is 29.5 million euros, a figure that can rise to 33.6 million euros with an additional 4.1 million euros in bonuses. Lyon also obtained a 10 percent resale participation. However, Olympique Lyon must provide 20 percent of the transfer fee to Sporting Lisbon. This is due to a participation that Sporting secured when the U21 national player transferred to Lyon in 2025 for a 2 million euro fee.
Bild reports that because Lyon is listed on the stock exchange, the club was required to disclose the exact transfer fee for Afonso Moreira, who was also identified as Bayer Leverkusen's preferred candidate for the left side. The player's cost is 29.5 million euros, a figure that can rise to 33.6 million euros with an additional 4.1 million euros in bonuses. Lyon also obtained a 10 percent resale participation. However, Olympique Lyon must provide 20 percent of the transfer fee to Sporting Lisbon. This is due to a participation that Sporting secured when the U21 national player transferred to Lyon in 2025 for a 2 million euro fee.
Afonso Moreira has transferred from Olympique Lyon to Bayer Leverkusen, signing a contract until 2031. According to OL, the transfer fee can reach up to €33.6 million, which is inclusive of €4.1 million in possible bonuses. Olympique Lyon will also receive a ten percent sell-on clause. A previous agreement stipulates that Sporting Lisbon will receive twenty percent of the transfer fee. Bayer Leverkusen's Managing Director of Sport, Simon Rolfes, described Afonso Moreira as a fast, agile, and skillful attacker with strong finishing and vision for his teammates. Rolfes also highlighted that Moreira's pace and intensity fit well with the team. Afonso Moreira stated that discussions with Bayer Leverkusen's management showed him a clear perspective and belief in his potential, noting this was a key reason for his decision to join the club.
Afonso Moreira has transferred from Olympique Lyon to Bayer Leverkusen, signing a contract until 2031. According to OL, the transfer fee can reach up to €33.6 million, which is inclusive of €4.1 million in possible bonuses. Olympique Lyon will also receive a ten percent sell-on clause. A previous agreement stipulates that Sporting Lisbon will receive twenty percent of the transfer fee. Bayer Leverkusen's Managing Director of Sport, Simon Rolfes, described Afonso Moreira as a fast, agile, and skillful attacker with strong finishing and vision for his teammates. Rolfes also highlighted that Moreira's pace and intensity fit well with the team. Afonso Moreira stated that discussions with Bayer Leverkusen's management showed him a clear perspective and belief in his potential, noting this was a key reason for his decision to join the club.
Olympique Lyonnais has announced the transfer of Afonso Moreira to Bayer Leverkusen. The value of the deal can reach 33.6 million euros, an amount that includes 4.1 million euros in bonuses. Lyon also retains a 10% interest on any future capital gain. Afonso Moreira leaves OL after one season.
Olympique Lyonnais has announced the transfer of Afonso Moreira to Bayer Leverkusen. The value of the deal can reach 33.6 million euros, an amount that includes 4.1 million euros in bonuses. Lyon also retains a 10% interest on any future capital gain. Afonso Moreira leaves OL after one season.
According to BILD and Instagram, Afonso Moreira has joined Bayer Leverkusen as the second summer signing, with the club having secured the signing ahead of United.
According to BILD and Instagram, Afonso Moreira has joined Bayer Leverkusen as the second summer signing, with the club having secured the signing ahead of United.
According to BILD and Instagram, Afonso Moreira arrived in Cologne at noon on Wednesday for his transfer from Olympique Lyon to Bayer Leverkusen for a fee of 30 million euros. After his arrival, he underwent medical checks. If the examinations are completed successfully, Moreira will sign a contract with Leverkusen until 2031. In the previous season, Moreira made 37 competitive appearances for Lyon, scoring eight goals and providing eleven assists. Simon Rolfes and Kim Falkenburg had prepared the transfer for some time, and coach Carles Martínez had a personal conversation with Moreira in the previous week. Olympique Lyon is experiencing financial difficulties and needs transfer income by the end of June to meet a financial oversight requirement of Ligue 1, a situation that benefited Leverkusen.
According to BILD and Instagram, Afonso Moreira arrived in Cologne at noon on Wednesday for his transfer from Olympique Lyon to Bayer Leverkusen for a fee of 30 million euros. After his arrival, he underwent medical checks. If the examinations are completed successfully, Moreira will sign a contract with Leverkusen until 2031. In the previous season, Moreira made 37 competitive appearances for Lyon, scoring eight goals and providing eleven assists. Simon Rolfes and Kim Falkenburg had prepared the transfer for some time, and coach Carles Martínez had a personal conversation with Moreira in the previous week. Olympique Lyon is experiencing financial difficulties and needs transfer income by the end of June to meet a financial oversight requirement of Ligue 1, a situation that benefited Leverkusen.
According to @Sky_Marlon89 and @SkySportDE, a full agreement has been reached for Afonso Moreira to join Bayer 04 Leverkusen. The medical is scheduled for today, and the transfer fee is approximately €30m.
According to @Sky_Marlon89 and @SkySportDE, a full agreement has been reached for Afonso Moreira to join Bayer 04 Leverkusen. The medical is scheduled for today, and the transfer fee is approximately €30m.
Fabrizio Romano reported that the deal for Afonso Moreira's transfer to Bayer Leverkusen is complete and was finalized tonight. Olympique Lyon will receive a €32m transfer fee from Bayer 04, and a medical is scheduled for this week.
Fabrizio Romano reported that the deal for Afonso Moreira's transfer to Bayer Leverkusen is complete and was finalized tonight. Olympique Lyon will receive a €32m transfer fee from Bayer 04, and a medical is scheduled for this week.
A breakthrough has reportedly been reached in negotiations between Bayer 04 Leverkusen and Olympique Lyon for Afonso Moreira. According to Florian Plettenberg, the clubs are in advanced negotiations. The source adds that the transfer fee is expected to be around €30m and Moreira is a priority target for Carles Martinez, although several details still need to be clarified.
A breakthrough has reportedly been reached in negotiations between Bayer 04 Leverkusen and Olympique Lyon for Afonso Moreira. According to Florian Plettenberg, the clubs are in advanced negotiations. The source adds that the transfer fee is expected to be around €30m and Moreira is a priority target for Carles Martinez, although several details still need to be clarified.
According to Nicolo Schira, Afonso Moreira is nearing a transfer to Bayer Leverkusen from Olympique Lyonnais, and the contract will last until 2031.
According to Nicolo Schira, Afonso Moreira is nearing a transfer to Bayer Leverkusen from Olympique Lyonnais, and the contract will last until 2031.
Afonso Moreira is now enthusiastic about a move to Bayer Leverkusen following a conversation with new coach Carles Martínez. This development comes after recent reports from France indicated the Portuguese U21 national player would prefer to stay at Olympique Lyon. Talks between Leverkusen and Lyon for the potential summer signing are ongoing, and it is possible that a deal could be completed this week. The French club requires a high transfer income by the end of the month because of a requirement from the Ligue 1 financial authority. According to BILD information, the total financial package for Moreira will be no more than 30 million euros.
Afonso Moreira is now enthusiastic about a move to Bayer Leverkusen following a conversation with new coach Carles Martínez. This development comes after recent reports from France indicated the Portuguese U21 national player would prefer to stay at Olympique Lyon. Talks between Leverkusen and Lyon for the potential summer signing are ongoing, and it is possible that a deal could be completed this week. The French club requires a high transfer income by the end of the month because of a requirement from the Ligue 1 financial authority. According to BILD information, the total financial package for Moreira will be no more than 30 million euros.
According to SkySportDE, Bayer 04 Leverkusen are attempting to reach a verbal agreement with Afonso Moreira. The source adds that no agreement has been reached yet, and no offer has been submitted to Olympique Lyon at this stage.
According to SkySportDE, Bayer 04 Leverkusen are attempting to reach a verbal agreement with Afonso Moreira. The source adds that no agreement has been reached yet, and no offer has been submitted to Olympique Lyon at this stage.
Bayer Leverkusen has made a €32 million offer to Olympique Lyonnais for Afonso Moreira, according to L'Équipe. However, Afonso Moreira is currently reluctant to leave. Lyon must make a significant sale before its review by the DNCG and is pursuing Julien Duranville as a possible replacement if a transfer occurs this summer.
Bayer Leverkusen has made a €32 million offer to Olympique Lyonnais for Afonso Moreira, according to L'Équipe. However, Afonso Moreira is currently reluctant to leave. Lyon must make a significant sale before its review by the DNCG and is pursuing Julien Duranville as a possible replacement if a transfer occurs this summer.
A Bola reports that Bayer Leverkusen is in ongoing negotiations with Lyon for the transfer of Afonso Moreira, a deal that can reach nearly €30 million, including bonuses. According to the same report, Sporting reserved 20% of the capital gains from a future sale of Afonso Moreira and is also set to immediately receive an additional €4 million.
A Bola reports that Bayer Leverkusen is in ongoing negotiations with Lyon for the transfer of Afonso Moreira, a deal that can reach nearly €30 million, including bonuses. According to the same report, Sporting reserved 20% of the capital gains from a future sale of Afonso Moreira and is also set to immediately receive an additional €4 million.
FT reports that Afonso Moreira has committed to a transfer to a Bundesliga club. According to Bild, the transfer fee for the move will be between 25 and 30 million euros. The two clubs are reportedly working on a prompt solution to complete the deal. Lyon is under economic pressure and needs to generate revenue. Leverkusen thereby gains early planning security.
FT reports that Afonso Moreira has committed to a transfer to a Bundesliga club. According to Bild, the transfer fee for the move will be between 25 and 30 million euros. The two clubs are reportedly working on a prompt solution to complete the deal. Lyon is under economic pressure and needs to generate revenue. Leverkusen thereby gains early planning security.
According to Foot Mercato, Afonso Moreira has agreed to join Bayer Leverkusen. Discussions between Olympique Lyonnais and Bayer Leverkusen are progressing.
According to Foot Mercato, Afonso Moreira has agreed to join Bayer Leverkusen. Discussions between Olympique Lyonnais and Bayer Leverkusen are progressing.
Bayer Leverkusen is attempting to sign Olympique Lyonnais winger Afonso Moreira. According to the website Olympique-et-Lyonnais, Lyon's qualification for a European competition automatically activates a clause extending Moreira's contract to June 2030. A salary increase is expected to accompany this extension, but this does not prevent a potential transfer this summer. Olympique Lyonnais could sell Afonso Moreira if the players made available for transfer do not leave, as the club is required to sell before June 30.
Bayer Leverkusen is attempting to sign Olympique Lyonnais winger Afonso Moreira. According to the website Olympique-et-Lyonnais, Lyon's qualification for a European competition automatically activates a clause extending Moreira's contract to June 2030. A salary increase is expected to accompany this extension, but this does not prevent a potential transfer this summer. Olympique Lyonnais could sell Afonso Moreira if the players made available for transfer do not leave, as the club is required to sell before June 30.
Bayer Leverkusen is in talks with Olympique Lyon for the transfer of Afonso Moreira. The 21-year-old left winger is a Portuguese U21 international. Last season, he recorded 19 scorer points in 37 competitive games. His contract with Lyon runs until 2029. He moved from Sporting Lissabon's second team a year ago for two million euros. While Manchester United and Atlético Madrid have also shown interest in Moreira, the connection to Leverkusen is currently considered the strongest. In the 2025/2026 Ligue 1 season, Moreira made 27 appearances, contributing 4 goals and 8 assists. According to Transfermarkt, his current market value is €20.00m.
Bayer Leverkusen is in talks with Olympique Lyon for the transfer of Afonso Moreira. The 21-year-old left winger is a Portuguese U21 international. Last season, he recorded 19 scorer points in 37 competitive games. His contract with Lyon runs until 2029. He moved from Sporting Lissabon's second team a year ago for two million euros. While Manchester United and Atlético Madrid have also shown interest in Moreira, the connection to Leverkusen is currently considered the strongest. In the 2025/2026 Ligue 1 season, Moreira made 27 appearances, contributing 4 goals and 8 assists. According to Transfermarkt, his current market value is €20.00m.
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