Schalke secure Ayhan until 2030, close in on Džeko return
Bundesliga newcomers Schalke have tied academy graduate Mertcan Ayhan to a long-term contract, while veteran striker Edin Džeko nears a one-year extension.
Bundesliga Transfer News
Juventus eye Elmas reunion with €10m Leipzig proposal
Juventus hope to sign Eljif Elmas on loan from RB Leipzig with an option to buy for around €10m, though the player’s contract until 2028 may complicate negotiations.
RB Leipzig block Willi Orbán’s Saudi move at final stage
RB Leipzig have blocked Willi Orbán’s proposed transfer to Saudi Pro League side Al-Diriyah at the final stage, with the defender now set to remain for the Champions League campaign.
Al-Rayyan make offer for free agent Jadon Sancho after Villa loan
Qatari club Al-Rayyan have reportedly tabled an offer to Jadon Sancho, who left Manchester United in July. The England winger spent the 2025-26 campaign on loan at Aston Villa.
Stuttgart target Pejčinović and Sauer in attacking double swoop
VfB Stuttgart are pursuing attacking reinforcements ahead of their Champions League return, with the club’s supervisory board approving funds for moves towards Dženan Pejčinović and Leo Sauer.
Jusuf Gazibegović joins Widzew Łódź on loan from 1. FC Köln
1. FC Köln have confirmed that right-back Jusuf Gazibegović has joined Polish Ekstraklasa side Widzew Łódź on loan for the 2026/27 season after being excluded from the Bundesliga club’s plans.
Juventus increase offer for Bayer Leverkusen teenager Alajbegović
Juventus have tabled a revised bid for Karim Alajbegović after abandoning their €30m ceiling, though Chelsea remain favourites for the Bayer Leverkusen youngster.
Roma prioritise Nusa but resist €55m Leipzig valuation
Roma remain determined to sign Antonio Nusa despite RB Leipzig demanding €55m for the Norway international. With only 37 days left in the transfer window, the Serie A side are assessing alternatives including Cologne’s El Mala.
Luis Díaz commits to Bayern Munich despite Al Hilal’s €132m interest
Colombia winger Luis Díaz has informed Bayern Munich of his desire to remain at the club despite reported interest from Saudi Pro League side Al Hilal.
Augsburg reject €25m Crystal Palace bid for defender Matsima
Bundesliga side FC Augsburg have rejected an improved €25 million bid from Crystal Palace for centre-back Chrislain Matsima, insisting on a club-record fee exceeding the €26 million received for Abdul Rahman Baba.