Chelsea Emerges as Top Contender for Bayer Leverkusen's Star

WHO:

Yahoo Sports - Kerim Alajbegović, an 18-year-old winger from Bosnia & Herzegovina, is the player in focus.

Sportskeeda - Chelsea is the club reportedly interested in signing Alajbegović.

WHAT:

Yahoo Sports - Alajbegović was named the Superior Player of the Match in a World Cup game against Qatar.

Yahoo Sports - Chelsea is described as “the favorites” to sign Alajbegović, who is valued at £30 million.

Yahoo Sports - Alajbegović was previously transferred to Bayer Leverkusen for €2 million, with a buy-back clause exercised by Leverkusen.

WHERE:

Yahoo Sports - Alajbegović is from Bosnia & Herzegovina and has played for Bayer Leverkusen.

WHEN:

Yahoo Sports - Alajbegović played for Bosnia & Herzegovina at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

WHY:

Yahoo Sports - Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso is reportedly enthusiastic about the potential move for Alajbegović.

HOW:

Yahoo Sports - Chelsea has not yet made contact with Bayer Leverkusen regarding the transfer of Alajbegović.

Kerim Alajbegović, an 18-year-old winger from Bosnia & Herzegovina, has caught the attention of Chelsea, who are reportedly the favorites to sign him for a value of £30 million. Alajbegović recently showcased his talent by being named the Superior Player of the Match in a World Cup game against Qatar, and he previously transferred to Bayer Leverkusen for €2 million, which included a buy-back clause. While Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso is enthusiastic about the potential move, the club has not yet made contact with Bayer Leverkusen regarding the transfer.