Bayer Leverkusen's Kennet Eichhorn ruled out indefinitely due to health issue
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 1, 2026, 11:58 AM
Last updated Aug 1, 2026
Bayer Leverkusen announced that summer signing Kennet Eichhorn will be sidelined indefinitely after being diagnosed with a metabolic disorder requiring medical treatment. The 17-year-old was previously seen participating in individual training following his €9 million move from Hertha BSC last month. Details about the timeline for his return have not been provided. The situation has compelled the club to withdraw Eichhorn from first-team training while he begins his treatment.
- •Kennet Eichhorn signed with Bayer Leverkusen on July 1.
- •Eichhorn was diagnosed with a metabolic disorder.
- •He will miss an indefinite period while undergoing treatment.
- •Eichhorn previously made 17 appearances in the 2. Bundesliga.
- 11:58 AMYahoo Sports — New Leverkusen signing ruled out indefinitely
"Bayer Leverkusen have confirmed that summer signing Kennet Eichhorn will be sidelined after being diagnosed with a metabolic disorder that requires medical treatment.The club has not provided a timefr...
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