Bayer Leverkusen enters race for Barcelona's Marc Casado alongside Besiktas
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 1, 2026, 8:55 AM
Last updated Sep 1, 2026
Bayer Leverkusen has reportedly joined Besiktas in pursuing Barcelona midfielder Marc Casado. With the summer transfer deadline approaching, Casado is considered out of favor at Barcelona and has turned down previous offers. His potential move to Leverkusen comes as the Bundesliga side looks to strengthen its young roster under new coach Carles Martinez, who is familiar with Casado's abilities. Decisions need to be made swiftly as the window closes soon.
- •Casado has delayed transfer despite offers from Asia.
- •Leverkusen's entry changes the dynamics of Casado's options.
- •Besiktas had previously been leading the chase for Casado.
- •RB Leipzig had shown interest but have shifted focus.
- •The transfer window closing soon creates urgency for Casado.
- 8:55 AMYahoo Sports — Barcelona out-of-favour midfielder leaning towards Bayer Leverkusen move
- 11:45 AMYahoo Sports — Bayer Leverkusen join Besiktas in race for out-of-favour Barcelona star – report
"FC Barcelona midfielder Marc Casado has attracted interest from numerous clubs over the past few weeks. Clubs from Saudi Arabia and Turkey have been among those to show interest, although neither opti...
"FC Barcelona midfielder Marc Casado has known well of his situation since the beginning of the summer, and Hansi Flick’s pre-season campaign also made it clear to the player that he should look for ...
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 1, 2026, 8:55 AMBarcelona out-of-favour midfielder leaning towards Bayer Leverkusen move
FC Barcelona midfielder Marc Casado has attracted interest from numerous clubs over the past few weeks. Clubs from Saudi Arabia and Turkey have been among those to show interest, although neither opti...
- Yahoo SportsAug 30, 2026, 11:45 AMBayer Leverkusen join Besiktas in race for out-of-favour Barcelona star – report
FC Barcelona midfielder Marc Casado has known well of his situation since the beginning of the summer, and Hansi Flick’s pre-season campaign also made it clear to the player that he should look for ...
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