Exclusive: Bayer Leverkusen and Sevilla Finalise €30m Deal for Loïc Badé

Key Takeaways:

• Bayer Leverkusen and Sevilla have reached an agreement on a €30m transfer fee for Loïc Badé, including bonuses
• Bournemouth have also tabled a €30m offer, with the final decision now resting with Badé
• The French defender has reportedly shown a preference for joining the reigning Bundesliga and German Cup champions

Leverkusen Secure Agreement with Sevilla for Badé

Bayer Leverkusen have struck a consensus with Sevilla to acquire Loïc Badé in a deal reportedly worth €30m, inclusive of bonuses. The French central defender, aged 25, has come to personal terms with Leverkusen, but the transfer saga remains open due to competing interest from the Premier League.

Bournemouth Enter the Race

Bournemouth have matched Leverkusen’s financial offer by submitting a bid of €30m for Badé, making the player’s choice pivotal in determining his next destination. The Bundesliga outfit provides the enticing prospect of Champions League football, an option that could amplify Badé’s aspirations of furthering his international career with France.

🚨🔴⚫️ Loïc Badé, on the verge of becoming new Bayer Leverkusen player from Sevilla.

Deal done between clubs for €29m package and final details being sorted on player side, as @FabriceHawkins says.

Almost there. 🔜 pic.twitter.com/nXVbyfYPet

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) August 19, 2025

Player Leaning Towards German Champions

Reports from Kicker indicate that Badé has delivered a ‘clear signal’ favouring a move to Leverkusen, the club that clinched the 2024 Bundesliga and German Cup titles. Should the defender opt for die Werkself, he will follow in the footsteps of Jarell Quansah, a recent €35m acquisition from Liverpool, as Leverkusen reinforce their backline following Jonathan Tah’s departure.