Kennet Eichhorn joins Bayer Leverkusen, snubbing Liverpool and Bayern Munich
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 2:00 PM
Last updated Jun 10, 2026
Kennet Eichhorn, a 16-year-old talent from Hertha Berlin, has completed a transfer to Bayer Leverkusen. The move, reported on June 10, 2026, follows interest from multiple clubs, including Liverpool and Bayern Munich. Eichhorn's strong performances in Bundesliga 2 included 23 interceptions and 16 tackles. Bayer Leverkusen activated his €9 million release clause, securing him until June 2031. He joins a promising midfield alongside players like Malik Tillman.
- •Eichhorn transfers to Bayer Leverkusen for €9 million.
- •Interest from Liverpool and Bayern Munich preceded his move.
- •His contract with Leverkusen runs until June 2031.
- •Eichhorn recorded 23 interceptions in Bundesliga 2 this season.
- •Leverkusen will compete in the Europa League next season.
- 2:00 PMYahoo Sports — Liverpool, Bayern Munich lose race to sign German wonderkid
"The German wonderkid is set to stay in his home country, just not in Bavaria.
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