Offensive talent
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Bayer Leverkusen lets offensive talent Kerim Alajbegovic pull, but keeps the reins in hand for the future. The 17-year-old joins Red Bull Salzburg, where he signed a contract by June 30, 2029. The transfer should be around 2 million euros, but the Werkself said that it was secured by a buyback option that should not be too expensive.
“Kerim Alajbegovic will now take the next important steps in his professional career in Austria. We trust him a lot and will watch his career carefully,” said sports director Simon Rolfes. Alajbegovic had only extended his contract with Bayer in January until 2028 and was on the bench several times for the professionals, but was without use. For the U19, 16 goals and twelve templates contributed 16 goals and twelve templates last season.
“I am overjoyed that the transfer worked, and I can no longer expect to be able to get started at FC Red Bull Salzburg. For me it is the right choice, because it is known that many young players have developed extremely well here in Salzburg. I also want to do that. More goals with my new club are internationally playing at the highest possible level and also getting the championship,” said Alajbegovic, the transfer. December dedicated a contribution to the traditional talent calendar.
His new sports director Rouven Schröder added: “Kerim Alajbegovic recently showed outstanding performances in the U19 of Leverkusen. He is a very creative player, goal -dangerous and both other clubs. Despite some other clubs, he chose what we are very happy about. We have even more flexibility and quality on the offensive. will give him the necessary time to get used to it. “