Bayer Leverkusen Draws a Line in the Sand Over Moussa Diaby
Leverkusen, Germany — August 2025 — Amid a flurry of transfer activity, Bayer Leverkusen remains unwavering in their commitment to hang onto their top-performing winger, Moussa Diaby. The Bundesliga club has made one thing crystal clear: Diaby is not for sale this summer.
According to sporting director Simon Rolfes, Diaby stands as “an important building block” and “we want to grow as a team and as a club.” The club has been proactively discouraging offers, signaling they’ll only entertain negotiations under exceptional terms (Goal).
With 13 assists and double-figure goals last season, Diaby’s creative brilliance and attacking flair make him a vital component of Bayer’s ambitions—especially with Champions League football in the mix (Goal). And crucially, his contract contains no release clause, giving Leverkusen full control over his future (Goal).
Although clubs like Newcastle United have reportedly shown interest, Leverkusen remains resolute. Their stance isn’t merely defensive—it’s strategic: retaining Diaby positions the club to maintain performance continuity while leveraging interest to anchor the squad’s core for seasons to come (Goal).
