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Bayer Leverkusen unwilling to sell Christian Kofane in January

Premier League clubs could be forced to look elsewhere for Christian Kofane, as Bayer Leverkusen are expected to block all approaches in January

Published: Tuesday, 13 October 2026 at 6:17 PM
Bayer Leverkusen unwilling to sell Christian Kofane in January
Key Things to Know
  • Bayer Leverkusen are expected to reject all transfer approaches for striker Christian Kofane in January.
  • Premier League clubs including Chelsea, Newcastle United, and Everton are reportedly interested in signing the forward.
  • The German club aims to block any mid-season permanent transfer because Kofane is contracted until 2029.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Bayer Leverkusen are expected to reject all transfer approaches for young striker Christian Kofane during the upcoming January transfer window. Several Premier League clubs, including Chelsea, Newcastle United, and Everton, are reportedly monitoring the 20-year-old Bundesliga forward but will likely need to look elsewhere for mid-season attacking reinforcements.

Kofane, who joined Leverkusen from Spanish side Albacete, has scored 10 goals in 50 matches for the German club and is under contract until 2029. Leverkusen previously resisted interest in the forward over the summer and plan to block any permanent transfer or loan offers mid-season.

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