Ibrahim Maza set to commit long-term future to Bayer Leverkusen

Ibrahim Maza is close to signing a contract extension with Bayer Leverkusen that would keep him at the German club until June 2031.

The 20-year-old Algeria international has attracted interest from clubs across Europe after a series of impressive performances for Leverkusen. According to Florian Plettenberg, the club has submitted a written offer to Maza as it looks to secure his long-term future.

Maza’s basic annual salary would rise from 2.5m euros to 4m euros under the proposed agreement, Bild reports. He would also receive an additional 4m-euro bonus spread across the length of the contract, taking his total earnings to almost 5m euros per season.

The agreement would not include a release clause, allowing Bayer Leverkusen to retain full control of the player’s future and protect one of their most valuable assets.

The positive progress in Germany appears to have ended Paris Saint-Germain’s interest. The French club stopped discussions with Maza’s representatives after exchanges were considered inappropriate by Luis Campos.

Leverkusen’s negotiations underline the club’s determination to keep the young attacking midfielder. The formalities are expected to be completed by the German club’s management before the winter transfer window, barring any unexpected developments.

Maza’s current market value is estimated at 50m euros by Transfermarkt.

The player was born in Berlin and has represented Algeria at international level. His performances for Leverkusen have helped establish him as one of the most sought-after young players in European football, while the proposed extension would provide the club with long-term security over his development and future.

Bayer Leverkusen’s next fixture will be their 10th match of the German league season, when they face Paderborn.