Leverkusen battling Arsenal and Newcastle for 17-year-old Granada gem

The 17-year-old is being pursued by the Bundesliga club as well as sides from the Premier League and Serie A.

By Ultan Corcoran · Bulinews

Published: Saturday, 3 October 2026 at 6:56 AM

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Bayer Leverkusen, Arsenal, Newcastle United, and AC Milan are pursuing 17-year-old Granada winger Owen Emeka.
Owen Emeka's contract reportedly features a €15 million release clause for a permanent transfer.
Granada previously signed the Spanish U-18 international to a long-term contract extension through 2031.

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Bayer Leverkusen are competing with Arsenal, Newcastle United, and AC Milan to sign 17-year-old Granada winger Owen Emeka, according to a report from Matteo Moretto. The Spanish youth international reportedly has a €15 million release clause in his current contract.

Leverkusen reportedly hope to persuade Emeka to make a permanent transfer by utilizing their Spanish contingent, which includes coach Carles Martínez alongside players Miguel Gutiérrez, Lucas Vázquez, and Aleix García. However, Granada previously extended Emeka's contract through 2031 amid prior interest from Real Madrid.

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