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FC·TRANSACTION·June 18, 2026 12:43 PM ET

Afonso Moreira joins Bayer Leverkusen from Lyon in €32m deal

Leverkusen add another young winger.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jun 181 min read
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Afonso Moreira has joined Bayer Leverkusen on €32m deal from OL, confirmed. 🔴⚫️✍🏻 https://t.co/v4RjKnhRGv

What happened: Afonso Moreira has joined Bayer Leverkusen from Lyon in a deal reported at €32 million, according to the source signal. The agreement is described as confirmed, with prior reporting saying a medical was scheduled this week.

Why it matters: The move gives Bayer Leverkusen another attacking addition ahead of the 2026 season and gives Lyon a major outgoing transfer fee. Lyon had already been linked in prior Wire coverage to a deal for Julien Duranville, adding context to its wing reshuffle.

By the numbers: Moreira was reported to have played 37 competitive matches for Lyon last season, with eight goals and 11 assists. The fee was cited at €32 million, while French reaction put the total at €33.6 million including bonuses and said Lyon retained 10% of a future profit.

What to watch: Watch for Bayer Leverkusen’s formal club announcement and contract details. Lyon’s next move on the wing will show how quickly it reinvests the fee.

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