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Bayer Leverkusen signs Luca Erlein from Hoffenheim through 2030

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 25, 2026, 9:46 AM

Last updated Jul 25, 2026

Bayer Leverkusen signs Luca Erlein from Hoffenheim through 2030
Summary

Bayer 04 Leverkusen has officially signed Germany U19 international Luca Erlein from TSG Hoffenheim on a contract that runs until 2030. Erlein, a right-back, joins Leverkusen for a reported transfer fee of €2 million. He has previously played regularly in 3. Liga for Hoffenheim's second team and made an appearance in the Europa League during the 2024/25 season. Leverkusen's managing director of sport, Simon Rolfes, expressed satisfaction with the signing, highlighting Erlein's talent as a robust defender. A loan deal could be considered for Erlein before he takes on a larger role at the club.

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By the Numbers
  • •Luca Erlein signs with Bayer Leverkusen from Hoffenheim.
  • •Transfer fee reported at €2 million.
  • •Contract lasts until 2030.
  • •Erlein has U19 international experience.
  • •Loan deal may be considered before the new season.
Latest Updates
  • 1:33 PMYahoo Sports — Leverkusen sign U19 international Erlein, send him to Cottbus on loan
  • 9:46 AMYahoo Sports — Official: Bayer Leverkusen sign Germany U19 international from Hoffenheim
What they're saying
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Bayer Leverkusen have signed Germany under-19 international full back Luca Erlein from Bundesliga rivals Hoffenheim and are sending him on loan to second division Energie Cottbus for the upcoming season. Leverkusen said that the 19-year-old has signed a contract until 2030.

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Bayer 04 Leverkusen have signed Germany U19 international Luca Erlein from TSG Hoffenheim. The right-back signed a contract until 2030 with his new club on Saturday morning. According to Transfermarkt...

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