Fiorentina engage Bayer Leverkusen in talks for winger Ernest Poku
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 9:58 AM
Last updated Aug 19, 2026

Fiorentina have initiated discussions with Bayer Leverkusen to acquire winger Ernest Poku, according to Bild. The 22-year-old Dutch player has become a key transfer target for the Serie A club, with sporting director Fabio Paratici favoring him for their wing position. Leverkusen reportedly seeks around €25 million for Poku, who is under contract until 2030. Other clubs, including Sunderland and Nottingham Forest, have also shown interest but have not yet pursued formal negotiations. The situation remains dynamic as Fiorentina moves forward in their pursuit of Poku this summer.
- •Fiorentina open talks for Ernest Poku from Bayer Leverkusen
- •Poku is 22 years old and under contract until 2030
- •Leverkusen reportedly seeks a €25 million fee
- •Sunderland and Nottingham Forest have shown interest
- •Fiorentina's approach marks a concrete negotiation effort
- 9:58 AMYahoo Sports — Fiorentina rival Sunderland and Nottingham Forest for Leverkusen winger
"Ernest Poku has seemingly emerged as a concrete transfer target for Fiorentina.According to Bild, the Serie A side have opened talks with Bayer Leverkusen over a potential move for the 22-year-old win...
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