ibrahim maza finds his Leverkusen future suddenly in the spotlight as outside offers test the club’s resolve; a first concrete bid of €35 million has been named. The 20-year-old right-footed playmaker has been a regular starter this season with 32 appearances, four goals and five assists, and his status at Bayer Leverkusen now faces renewed scrutiny. Interest from top European clubs and his long-term contract through 2030 without a release clause are central to the unfolding debate.
Ibrahim Maza: status, stats and contract
ibrahim maza joined Leverkusen last summer as the club’s headline transfer and quickly became a fixture in the starting eleven, earning early comparisons with his predecessor, Florian Wirtz. This season he has amassed 32 appearances across competitions, contributing four goals and five assists while operating primarily on his right foot. His deal with Bayer Leverkusen runs until 2030 and contains no exit clause, a contractual position that gives the club clear leverage in any transfer negotiation.
Immediate reactions and the €35m opening
Hafid Derradji, Algerian sports journalist, has named Atlético Madrid as the club that has placed an initial offer of €35 million for the player. Leverkusen’s decision-makers view that figure as insufficient and are reportedly prepared to only begin negotiations at a markedly higher level—figures around €45 million have been cited as the threshold for serious talks. The presence of AC Milan among interested parties adds further upward pressure on valuation, while the current market estimate for the player is about €34. 37 million.
Quick context
ibrahim maza was a sought-after talent prior to his move from Hertha BSC and was Leverkusen’s top signing last summer. Coaches and observers saw him as the natural successor to the creative role vacated earlier, and his recent run of strong performances has reinforced that view.
What’s next — transfer window watch
With multiple top clubs said to be monitoring the situation, the next steps will hinge on whether offers climb toward Leverkusen’s stated threshold and on any further displays by the player on the international stage that could inflate his asking price. If ibrahim maza performs strongly for his national side at major tournaments, that could push valuations even higher and harden the club’s stance against an early sale. For now, Bayer Leverkusen hold the contractual upper hand and will decide whether the summer acquisition becomes a long-term stalwart or a lucrative departure.
