Leverkusen finalized Premier League goalkeeper by 10 million euros, low-key transfer hidden new logic of Bundesliga goalkeeper market

German Sky Sports disclosed that Leverkusen and Brentford reached an agreement on the transfer of 31-year-old goalkeeper Fleken, and the transaction price of 10 million euros is about to complete the physical examination process. Although the goalkeeper, who played 39 times in the Premier League and completed 8 clean sheets this season, was labeled as "data controversy" with 59 goals conceded, his 72.3% save success rate (11th Premier League goalkeeper) and the stability of key battles have become the core factors that impressed the Bundesliga powerhouses. The hidden tactical code behind the transaction: Leverkusen conceded 12 more goals (43) in the Bundesliga last season than champion Bayern, and the need to upgrade the goalkeeper position is urgent. Fleken's ability to play in Brentford's main pass control system (42.3 accurate long passes per game) just matches the team's tactical transformation from defensive counterattack to ball control and suppression. The cost-effective signing of 10 million euros also reflects the Bundesliga team's smart strategy in the goalkeeper market - when the Premier League giants chased a goalkeeper of 100 million yuan, Leverkusen won the practical goalkeeper in his year of playing at one-third of the price. This differentiated operation may become a new model for signings in the small and medium leagues.