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Aston Villa makes enquiry for Bayer Leverkusen's Christian Kofane

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 10:40 AM

Last updated Aug 26, 2026

Aston Villa makes enquiry for Bayer Leverkusen's Christian Kofane
Summary

Aston Villa has expressed interest in Bayer Leverkusen striker Christian Kofane, according to The Athletic. The 20-year-old Cameroon international is viewed as a potential replacement for Ollie Watkins, who is linked with a move to Al Hilal. Despite Villa's enquiry, Leverkusen has no plans to let Kofane leave before the transfer window closes. Kofane has also attracted interest from other Premier League clubs, including Arsenal and Newcastle United.

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Key Details
  • •Aston Villa has made an enquiry for Christian Kofane.
  • •Kofane is a 20-year-old forward from Bayer Leverkusen.
  • •The enquiry comes as Ollie Watkins is linked with Al Hilal.
  • •Leverkusen intends to retain Kofane through the transfer window.
  • •Kofane has previously been linked with Arsenal and Newcastle United.
Latest Updates
  • 10:40 AMYahoo Sports — Bayer Leverkusen reject Aston Villa transfer approach for Cameroonian striker Christian Kofane
  • 8:39 PMYahoo Sports — Aston Villa enquire about Leverkusen forward Christian Kofane
What they're saying
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Aston Villa have had an approach rejected for Bayer Leverkusen striker Christian Kofane, according to The Athletic Leverkusen made it clear that they do not intend to sell the 20-year-old.Villa are lo...

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Bayer Leverkusen striker Christian Kofane is the subject of interest from Aston Villa, according to The Athletic.The publication claims that the Premier League outfit have made an enquiry for the 20-y...

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