Chelsea emerges as frontrunner to sign Kerim Alajbegovic from Bundesliga
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 23, 2026, 5:50 PM
Last updated Jul 23, 2026
Chelsea is positioning itself as the favored club to acquire Kerim Alajbegovic, an 18-year-old winger from Red Bull Salzburg, following his standout performances at the World Cup. Alajbegovic recorded a notable long-range goal in Bosnia's group-stage victory over Qatar, raising his profile among elite clubs. The player is valued around £30 million, with Bayer Leverkusen reportedly open to a sale. Chelsea's history of investing in young talent aligns with Alajbegovic's potential, as he recorded 13 goals and four assists last season. The club aims to finalize the transaction efficiently, with personal terms unlikely to pose a challenge.
- •Chelsea is leading the chase for Kerim Alajbegovic.
- •Alajbegovic impressed during the World Cup with a key performance.
- •Bayer Leverkusen is willing to sell for around £30 million.
- •Alajbegovic scored 13 goals and provided four assists last season.
- •Chelsea aims to finalize the transfer swiftly without issues.
- 5:50 PMYahoo Sports — Report: Chelsea favourites to sign £30m-rated Bundesliga star
"Chelsea Favourites to Sign Kerim Alajbegovic After World Cup BreakthroughChelsea are where they usually want to be in a transfer chase, at the front, with the money, with the leverage, and with a clea...
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