Timothy Fosu-Mensah Attracts Interest as He Looks to Reignite Career

Timothy Fosu-Mensah has received approaches from two clubs after spending a year as a free agent. The versatile Dutch defender is ready to return to professional football following his departure from Bayer Leverkusen last year.

WHAT’S NEW FOR FOSU-MENSAH?

Fosu-Mensah, now 26, is considering offers from two European sides as he aims to resume his career after a difficult period away from the game. After leaving Bayer Leverkusen in 2024, he worked hard to return to full fitness and is open to joining a new club this summer.

His ability to play as a right-back, centre-back, or defensive midfielder has caught the attention of teams looking for experience and depth. With pre-season preparations in full swing across Europe, Fosu-Mensah’s decision is expected soon as he weighs up his options for the 2025/26 season.

CHALLENGING PATH SINCE LEAVING MANCHESTER UNITED

The defender began his career at Manchester United, debuting for the first team in 2016. However, injuries hampered his progress during spells at United and Bayer Leverkusen. At Leverkusen, Fosu-Mensah suffered a major cruciate ligament injury just weeks after joining, followed by another hamstring setback. He left the German club without a medal as Bayer Leverkusen won the Bundesliga in the 2023/24 season, having not played a single minute that campaign.

WHAT COMES NEXT?

With two clubs interested, Fosu-Mensah is expected to make his decision soon, aiming to reignite a once-promising career. If he joins before the new season starts in August, he will have the opportunity to participate in the upcoming pre-season matches and prove his fitness. The teams pursuing him will hope his experience and versatility can help strengthen their squads ahead of crucial league campaigns.