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Jonas Hofmann transfer negotiations

Overview

Bayer Leverkusen reportedly considered allowing veteran midfielder Jonas Hofmann to depart the club, potentially on a free transfer, to reduce salary costs. The 34-year-old had seen his influence diminish, evidenced by his omission from the club’s Europa League squad. Saudi Pro League club Al Shabab expressed interest in the midfielder.

However, Hofmann ultimately rejected the lucrative offer from Al Shabab to remain with Bayer Leverkusen. Despite limited playing time and uncertain prospects at the German club, Hofmann chose to stay in the Bundesliga for personal reasons and stability, specifically noting his wife’s pregnancy.

Entities

Jonas Hofmann · Bayer Leverkusen · Carles Martínez · Yves Bissouma · Victor Boniface

Timeline

5 days ago

[SPORTS] 4 sources
Jonas Hofmann rejects Saudi Arabia transfer to stay at Bayer Leverkusen
Jonas Hofmann has rejected a lucrative transfer offer from Al-Shabab, choosing to remain at Bayer Leverkusen despite limited playing time and uncertain future prospects at the club.
8 days ago

[SPORTS] 10 sources
Bayer Leverkusen considers Jonas Hofmann departure to Al Shabab
Bayer Leverkusen may allow Jonas Hofmann to join Saudi Arabian side Al Shabab on a free transfer, while coach Carles Martínez maintains confidence in recovering striker Victor Boniface.

Sources

11freunde.de · bild.de · blick.ch · derwesten.de · fociclub.hu · ka-news.de · mannheim24.de · nj.com · saarbruecker-zeitung.de · sport.fr · sportschau.de · spox.com · tz-online.de · wz.de