Bayer Leverkusen signs 16-year-old Kennet Eichhorn from Hertha Berlin
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 8:26 PM
Last updated Jun 10, 2026
Bayer Leverkusen has acquired 16-year-old midfielder Kennet Eichhorn from Hertha Berlin for a fee just under 10 million euros. The transfer was facilitated by a clause in Eichhorn's contract. Leverkusen's sporting director Simon Rolfes expressed satisfaction in securing the talented youth international, who debuted at 15 for Hertha. Eichhorn, who previously faced injury setbacks, signed a long-term contract and will wear No. 18 at his new club. This move follows Leipzig's interest but became viable after Leverkusen appointed Carles Martínez as coach.
- •Eichhorn signed for just under 10 million euros.
- •Leverkusen secured Eichhorn after interest from Leipzig.
- •He debuted as Hertha's youngest professional player.
- •Eichhorn will wear No. 18 for Leverkusen.
- •He previously faced an ankle injury and suspension.
- 8:26 PMYahoo Sports — Leverkusen signs talented 16-year-old Kennet Eichhorn from Hertha Berlin
"Bayer Leverkusen snapped up promising 16-year-old midfielder Kennet Eichhorn from second-division Hertha Berlin on Wednesday. The Bundesliga club reportedly made use of a clause in the player’s contract with Hertha to sign him for a fee of just under 10 million euros ($11.5 million), while German media also reported the German youth international will receive a signing bonus in the region of the transfer fee. “We are very happy we were able to convince Kennet Eichhorn of our approach,” Leverkusen sporting director Simon Rolfes said.
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