According to a report by 'Bild', Fiorentina are working on the signing of Ernest Poku. Fiorentina are said to have already begun negotiations with the factory club. Poku is said to be the absolute top candidate. Most recently, a transfer fee of €25 million was being discussed for Poku.

Bayer Leverkusen is open to 22-year-old Dutch youth international Ernest Poku departing. Poku is highly regarded in the Premier League following his performance last season during a Champions League match against Manchester City; in the 2025/2026 Bundesliga season, he made 29 appearances, scoring 5 goals and providing 5 assists. It is said that several clubs from England are interested in the player, who is in his twenties. His contract with the German club runs until June 2030. Leverkusen is willing to discuss a sale if an offer of approximately 25 million euros is made.