Bayer Leverkusen close in on Ibrahim Maza with Champions League offer

Ibrahim Maza is on the verge of joining Bundesliga giants Bayer Leverkusen, with the club leading the race for the Hertha BSC talent.

The 19-year-old German-Algerian midfielder has attracted strong interest, but Leverkusen’s offer of Champions League football and a clear development path has reportedly won him over.

According to Kicker, the newly crowned double winners have already opened talks with Maza after Hertha’s recent match in Cologne. A final decision is expected within ten days.

Though VfB Stuttgart still admire the midfielder coach Sebastian Hoeneß is said to be a huge fan they previously turned down a €6 million bid last summer. Now, the asking price has risen significantly. Any Bundesliga side aiming to sign Maza would likely need to pay between €11 and €15 million, depending on Hertha’s season finish, Maza’s individual stats, and whether the buying club qualifies for Europe.

Leverkusen are reportedly ready to pay €13 to €14 million to bring the Berlin-born prospect on board, putting them firmly in the driving seat.