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Leverkusen aims to secure Diaby with Fernández transfer to Benfica

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 4:02 PM

Last updated Aug 5, 2026

Leverkusen aims to secure Diaby with Fernández transfer to Benfica

Summary

Bayer Leverkusen's pursuit of Moussa Diaby appears feasible with a potential sale of Equi Fernández to Benfica. Reports indicate Fernández could fetch around €25 million, with Benfica reportedly offering €20 million plus bonuses. Diaby expresses willingness to accept a lower salary than offers from other clubs, including Inter Milan. New head coach Carles Martínez is supportive of Diaby's return. Leverkusen is also exploring alternatives like Alisson from Shakhtar Donetsk.

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Status Watch

•Moussa Diaby's return to Leverkusen looks promising.
•Equi Fernández may be sold to Benfica for €25 million.
•Benfica's offer includes €20 million plus bonuses.
•Diaby prefers Leverkusen over other interested clubs.
•Leverkusen considers Alisson as a Diaby alternative.

Latest Updates

4:02 PMYahoo Sports — Leverkusen's push for Diaby achievable with sale of Benfica-linked Fernández

What they're saying

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After growing rumours in recent hours, the chances of Moussa Diaby's return to Bayer Leverkusen look promising. Kicker.de reports that the winger is apparently prepared to forgo more salary than with...
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