Arsenal are monitoring Bayer Leverkusen's Christian Kofane for a potential summer transfer. There is also interest from other clubs, including fellow Premier League sides Newcastle United and Chelsea, as well as clubs like Real Madrid and Barcelona. Arsenal believe Kofane would be a suitable player for Mikel Arteta’s team. It is reported that Chelsea intend to establish direct contact with Leverkusen. The German club has the player under contract until 2029 and is seeking a minimum of €60–€70 million. Leverkusen hopes that the extensive interest will increase the final transfer fee. The 19-year-old Cameroonian striker is a Cameroon international with 4 caps and 2 goals. This season, he has 5 goals and 4 assists in 23 Bundesliga appearances. He joined Leverkusen from Albacete in July 2025 for a fee reported to be around €5 million. Transfermarkt estimates his current market value at €22 million. In January 2026, Leverkusen reportedly rejected offers of €45 million.