After spending eight seasons with Manchester United, Victor Lindelof is now on the move — and Bayer Leverkusen is reportedly keen to bring the experienced defender on board.
The Swedish center-back left Old Trafford this summer when his contract expired, and as a free agent, he’s quickly catching the eye of Bundesliga side Leverkusen.
Familiar Face for Ten Hag Could Boost Leverkusen’s Defense
What makes this potential transfer particularly interesting is that Erik ten Hag, who managed Lindelof at Manchester United, is now finalizing the deal at Leverkusen, according to Sky Germany.
Ten Hag clearly values Lindelof’s leadership and know-how, which could be a huge boost for the German club.
Filling the Leadership Gap Left by Jonathan Tah
Leverkusen lost some crucial experience this summer when Jonathan Tah moved to Bayern Munich as a free agent.
Bringing in Lindelof would help fill that void, giving the team a steady, battle-tested presence at the back.
This signing would be their second center-back addition after they secured Jarell Quanah from Liverpool for a hefty £35 million.
A Solid Manchester United Career Wrapped Up
Lindelof originally joined Manchester United from Benfica back in 2017 for around £30.7 million.
Over eight seasons, he became a regular starter and a reliable part of the defense.
His time at United saw him rack up 284 appearances and win both a League Cup and an FA Cup.
Reflecting on His Time at Old Trafford
After playing his final game for Manchester United in May, Lindelof shared his feelings with MUTV, saying, “Yeah, I’m proud of myself.
It’s been a lot of ups and downs. But for me to be able to represent this club for eight years, it’s been an honor and a privilege — a dream come true.”