Bayer Leverkusen Sign Mark Flekken in €10 Million Goalkeeper Deal

Bayer Leverkusen have agreed to sign Mark Flekken from Brentford as their new goalkeeper. The transfer is worth €10 million. The Dutch international will join the Bundesliga champions after medical tests. His contract is expected to run until 2028.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Leverkusen quickly reinforced their squad by agreeing to the deal with Brentford for Mark Flekken. The club needed a new first-choice goalkeeper for the upcoming season and found their solution in the 31-year-old Dutchman. Flekken will undergo his medical in Germany soon to complete the transfer process. Brentford will receive a €10 million fee, and Flekken is expected to sign a contract until June 2028.

BAYER LEVERKUSEN’S SEASON AND FLEKKEN’S PERFORMANCE

Leverkusen had a historic Bundesliga campaign, finishing the 2024/25 season as champions and remaining unbeaten in the league. Their defensive record was one of the best in Europe, but the departure of their current goalkeeper required a quick replacement. Mark Flekken made 37 appearances for Brentford in the Premier League this season, keeping nine clean sheets. His shot-stopping ability and distribution under pressure earned praise.

WHAT’S NEXT FOR LEVERKUSEN AND BRENTFORD?

Leverkusen aim to maintain their dominance both domestically and in the Champions League next season with Flekken’s arrival. He is expected to join his new teammates soon after his medical. Brentford, who finished 13th in the Premier League this season, have already signed Caoimhin Kelleher from Liverpool as Flekken’s replacement. Leverkusen’s next competitive match will be in the DFL-Supercup, where they will face the DFB-Pokal winners. The team aims to add more silverware to their collection.