Nathan Tella signs new deal with Bayer 04 to 2031

"We are delighted we will be keeping a likeable and top-class professional in our ranks over the long term. Nathan Tella is a top performer on the pitch and an enormously important player in the dressing room," said Bayer 04 Managing Director Sport Simon Rolfes. "His identification with Bayer 04 is evident and visible every day. In sporting terms, his pace and footballing ability are the outstanding qualities Nathan brings to our team."

The England-born Nigeria international sees his long-term commitment to Leverkusen as "an expression of a special relationship. I really feel at home at Bayer 04, the first few years have seen a lot of fantastic successes," said Tella. "It's great fun to now be part of the development of a new and powerful team. I’m sure we will achieve our goals again in the coming years."