Hannover reject Paderborn’s record €2.5m bid for Yokota
SC Paderborn have had a club-record €2.5 million bid for Japanese winger Daisuke Yokota rejected by Hannover 96, with the Bundesliga newcomers yet to break their transfer fee record.
Bundesliga Transfer News
RB Leipzig eye Finn Dahmen as Péter Gulácsi nears Villarreal switch
RB Leipzig are exploring replacements for captain Péter Gulácsi, who is expected to join Villarreal this summer, with FC Augsburg goalkeeper Finn Dahmen among the targets despite his desire to stay.
Bayern Munich sign Greek defender Karandrikas for U19 setup
Bayern Munich have completed the signing of 17-year-old Greek centre-back Konstantinos Karandrikas from Atromitos Athens. The teenager has signed a long-term contract and will begin his career with the German giants in their U19 squad.
Leverkusen loan new signing Erlein to Energie Cottbus
Bayer Leverkusen have sent Germany U19 international Luca Erlein on loan to Energie Cottbus for the 2026/27 season, days after signing him from TSG Hoffenheim.
Galatasaray deny Jamal Musiala transfer agreement amid Turkish media speculation
Turkish club Galatasaray have dismissed reports claiming they have agreed a deal for Bayern Munich attacker Jamal Musiala, confirming the Germany international remains firmly in Munich.
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.
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.