“Afonso Moreira is a fast, agile and skilful attacker with the ability to finish and he has an excellent eye for his team-mates,” said Bayer 04 managing director sport, Simon Rolfes. “His pace and intense style of play are a perfect fit for our team. With Afonso, we are gaining extra firepower and creativity in attack. We’re delighted to have such an exciting player with great potential wearing our Werkself jersey.”
The 1.76 metre tall Moreira arrives in the Bundesliga with high expectations and boundless energy. “I’m very proud and happy to be able to wear the Bayer 04 Leverkusen jersey. Right from the very first conversation, I felt this club is a perfect fit for my sporting ambitions,” said the powerful right-footed striker. “In very respectful discussions, the club management set out a clear path for me, took a close look at my situation and my targets, and made it clear that they firmly believe in my potential. That recognition means a great deal to me and was a key factor in my decision to join Leverkusen.”
A new signing for the U19s: Bayer 04 have signed winger Clinton Wilson from Schalke 04. The 18-year-old previously played for Leverkusen youth teams from January to June 2024.
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After eight years, Ida Daedelow is set to leave Bayer 04 Leverkusen. The 18-year-old, whose original contract was due to run to 2027, is joining second-division side VfL Bochum.
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As with the other youth teams (U16 to U19), Bayer 04 are also relying on familiar faces—some in new roles—and fresh impetus from the coaching staff for the 2026/27 season in the younger age groups. An overview of the U11 to U15 teams.
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The fans have spoken: Ibrahim Maza has been voted Bayer 04 men’s Player of the Season for 2025/26. The 20-year-old won the club’s annual poll with more than a third of the total votes. Vanessa Fudalla, for her part, has been voted Bayer 04 women’s Player of the Season for 2025/26 by the fans. For both Maza and Fudalla, the past season was their first playing for the Werkself.
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