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Gustavo Puerta leaving Bayer 04 Leverkusen?
Gustavo Puerta was almost transferred to Bröndby IF before agreeing to join Hull City. The potential transfer included a high resale participation clause similar to the one in his current deal with Hull City.
Xabi Alonso, the Spanish coach of Bayer Leverkusen, has hinted at the departure of Colombian midfielder Gustavo Puerta. In a press conference, Alonso indicated that Puerta is currently not with the team and could leave. Should Puerta's departure be confirmed, the club may need to sign another player. Alonso also noted that there are three days left in the transfer window, implying that Simon Rolfes, the sporting director, will have additional work to do.
A direct sale of Puerta to Bröndby IF was initially regarded as more financially appealing. Bayer 04 had settled on a transfer fee totaling 3.5 million euros, supplemented by potential bonuses amounting to one million euros, with the Danish club. Additionally, the agreement included an unusually high resale participation. Nonetheless, it is reported that the deal with Hull City incorporates similar elements to the previously arranged transfer to the Danish traditional club.
Negotiations between Bayer 04 Leverkusen and Bröndby IF were almost completed, with the only thing missing being Gustavo Puerta's agreement. Bayer 04 Leverkusen and Bröndby IF had agreed on a transfer fee of 3.5 million euros plus bonuses of an additional 1 million euros, along with a high resale percentage for Bayer 04 Leverkusen.
Gustavo Puerta was previously linked with a move to Brönby IF.
Gustavo Puerta is primarily seeking more playing time. At Leverkusen, there is too much competition, and he was previously loaned to FC Nurnberg, where he also struggled to make an impact. Puerta has a contract in Germany until 2028.
Bayer 04 Leverkusen and Bröndby IF have agreed on a fixed transfer for Gustavo Puerta. The Danish club will pay 3.5 million Euros directly to the Bundesliga team, with possible additional payments of up to one million Euros. The clubs have also agreed on a resale participation above the usual ten percent. However, the deal is not yet finalized because Puerta is hesitating.
Contact was made back in January, but a deal could not be struck. Despite recent claims in Danish media, there has been no approach this summer.
RSC Anderlecht has shown interest in Gustavo Puerta, who has potential but limited playing opportunities due to the arrival of Aleix Garcia. Leverkusen is willing to cooperate, with options including a loan deal or a permanent transfer with a buyback clause.
RSC Anderlecht has shown interest in Gustavo Puerta. Due to the arrival of Aleix Garcia, Puerta's playing opportunities are limited, and a temporary or permanent move is being considered. Bayer Leverkusen is willing to cooperate, with options including a loan deal or a permanent transfer with a buy-back clause.
Gustavo Puerta is looking for more playing time due to high competition at Bayer Leverkusen. PAOK Saloniki is mentioned as a potential destination.
Gustavo Puerta is looking for more playing time due to high competition at Bayer Leverkusen. RSC Anderlecht is showing interest in signing him.
Gustavo Puerta is looking for more playing time due to high competition at Bayer Leverkusen. Bröndby IF is interested in signing him. The deal is more or less clear between the clubs, but the player needs to make a final decision.
RSC Anderlecht has offered a loan with a purchase option for Gustavo Puerta, with a transfer fee of 6 million euros.
Bröndby IF is showing great interest in signing Gustavo Puerta. Discussions about a direct purchase or a loan with a purchase option are reported.
Clubs from the Ligue 1 have shown interest in Gustavo Puerta. Bayer Leverkusen is open to a loan but only willing to consider a permanent transfer for a bid of 8 million euros.
Clubs from the Premier League have shown interest in Gustavo Puerta. Bayer Leverkusen is open to a loan but only willing to consider a permanent transfer for a bid of 8 million euros.
RSC Anderlecht has shown interest in Gustavo Puerta. Jesper Fredberg has contacted Bayer Leverkusen to discuss the potential transfer. Bayer Leverkusen is open to a loan but only willing to consider a permanent transfer for a bid of 8 million euros. Xabi Alonso, the coach of Leverkusen, does not want to let Puerta go and praises his development and versatility.
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