Bayer Leverkusen is interested in signing Stefan Ortega from Manchester City to potentially become their new number one goalkeeper. The transfer fee for both Ortega and James McAtee is estimated to be around 46 million EUR. Representatives from Leverkusen traveled to Manchester to discuss the transfer. Manchester City is willing to let the players go if the fee is met.

Kicker has reported that Bayer Leverkusen is interested in Manchester City's goalkeeper Stefan Ortega Moreno. Stefan Ortega Moreno, who is currently with Manchester City, is being considered by Bayer Leverkusen as a potential candidate for their new number 1 goalkeeper position. Although Ortega Moreno has a contract with Manchester City until 2026, there is a possibility he may be available for transfer due to uncertainties regarding the goalkeeper position at his current club. It is said that Ortega Moreno desires to play regularly as the first-choice goalkeeper rather than being a backup, a situation that may not be feasible at Manchester City. As a result, his agent is reportedly exploring market opportunities, and contact has apparently been made with Bayer Leverkusen. The estimated transfer fee for Ortega Moreno is believed to be between 5 to 8 million Euros.

Bayer Leverkusen has made contact with Manchester City regarding Stefan Ortega. He is considered a Plan B option for Bayer Leverkusen as they look for a new goalkeeper. Bayer Leverkusen plans to have Lukas Hradecky move to a secondary role and Matej Kovar will leave the club. Ortega, currently a backup at Manchester City, is valued at 5 to 8 million Euros according to 'Bild'.

Stefan Ortega reportedly finds the idea of returning to Germany very tempting. He might decide to leave Manchester City to pursue first-team football, with Bayer Leverkusen showing interest in him. At City, Ortega has not been regarded as the top goalkeeper, with Ederson frequently featuring in both Premier League and Champions League games. Ortega may depart City to secure regular first-team play with Bayer Leverkusen. The club is interested in signing Ortega to compete with Lucas Hradecky and potentially succeed him when Hradecky's contract expires in 2026. Ortega perceives the opportunity to go back to Germany as very tempting, and despite having more than a year remaining on his contract with City, he might consider leaving soon.