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Bayer Leverkusen re-signs Moussa Diaby from Al-Ittihad

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 10:14 AM

Last updated Aug 26, 2026

Bayer Leverkusen re-signs Moussa Diaby from Al-Ittihad

Summary

Bayer Leverkusen is reportedly set to re-sign Moussa Diaby from Al-Ittihad, where he had a contract until 2029. Sources indicate that the transfer fee will be under €30 million. Diaby originally left Leverkusen for Aston Villa in 2023 for €55 million before joining Al-Ittihad for €60 million one year later. His return is expected to enhance Leverkusen's right wing under new coach Carles Martinez, who favors a 4-3-3 system.

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•Diaby originally left Leverkusen for Villa in 2023 for €55 million.
•He moved to Al-Ittihad last year for €60 million.
•Leverkusen will pay less than €30 million to re-sign him.
•Diaby fits Martine's preferred 4-3-3 system.

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10:14 AMYahoo Sports — 🚨 Sold for €55m two years ago! Reports: Bundesliga club re-signs star

What they're saying

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He actually still had a contract with Al-Ittihad until 2029, but now Moussa Diaby appears set to return to the Bundesliga. Bayer Leverkusen are said to have succeeded in bringing the attacking player ...
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