Bayer Leverkusen sign Moussa Diaby from Al-Ittihad for 27 million euros
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 1, 2026, 11:59 AM
Last updated Sep 1, 2026
Bayer Leverkusen completed the signing of winger Moussa Diaby from Al-Ittihad for a reported fee of 27 million euros. The 27-year-old returns to the Bundesliga following a three-year absence, including a stint in the Premier League with Aston Villa and a season in Saudi Arabia. Negotiations for the transfer faced potential delays after Al-Ittihad failed to secure a replacement, but the club ultimately cleared the move. Diaby, who previously recorded 49 goals for the German side between 2019 and 2023, is expected to provide an immediate attacking option for manager Carles Martínez. The squad currently faces pressure to improve after a 3-2 loss to SV Elversberg in the opening weekend of the season. Diaby joins a roster currently undergoing a personnel turnover.
- •Bayer Leverkusen paid 27 million euros to bring Moussa Diaby back to the club.
- •Diaby previously scored 49 goals in 172 appearances during his first stint at the BayArena.
- •The deal proceeded after Al-Ittihad cleared the transfer despite failing to sign Ritsu Doan.
- •Leverkusen recently suffered a 3-2 defeat in their opening league match against SV Elversberg.
- •The winger can play on either flank or in central attacking positions under manager Carles Martínez.
- 11:59 AMYahoo Sports — Leverkusen set to announce Moussa Diaby return
- 11:25 AMYahoo Sports — Official | Bayer Leverkusen bring Moussa Diaby back to the Bundesliga
"After weeks of negotiations, Bayer Leverkusen have now finalised a deal to bring Moussa Diaby back to the club, according to Kicker and Sky Germany.The French winger has already signed a contract with...
"Bayer Leverkusen have completed the return of Moussa Diaby from Al-Ittihad, bringing the French winger back to the Bundesliga three years after his initial departure from the BayArena. Kicker reports ...
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 1, 2026, 11:59 AMLeverkusen set to announce Moussa Diaby return
After weeks of negotiations, Bayer Leverkusen have now finalised a deal to bring Moussa Diaby back to the club, according to Kicker and Sky Germany.The French winger has already signed a contract with...
- Yahoo SportsSep 1, 2026, 11:25 AMOfficial | Bayer Leverkusen bring Moussa Diaby back to the Bundesliga
Bayer Leverkusen have completed the return of Moussa Diaby from Al-Ittihad, bringing the French winger back to the Bundesliga three years after his initial departure from the BayArena. Kicker reports ...
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