Bayer Leverkusen extends the contract of Abdoulaye Faye, for Celta Vigo
Bayer Leverkusen has extended the contract with Abdoulaye Faye and loaned the player to Celta Vigo for a fee of 300,000 euros, to help him gain experience in La Liga and the Europa League.
Bayer Leverkusen extends contract with Abdoulaye Faye, for Celta Vigo
According to Sports.
Context
Abdoulaye Faye, 21, joined Bayer Leverkusen from BK Häcken and spent a season on loan at Lorient. A move to Celta Vigo will be the next step in his development, as he has the opportunity to play in a top league like La Liga.
Why this is important
Bayer Leverkusen's contract extension with Abdoulaye Faye shows the club's confidence in the development potential of this young player. Borrowing him to Celta Vigo not only helps Faye gain experience playing in La Liga but also helps him participate in the Europa League, where Celta will compete after finishing last season in sixth place.
Main point
- Bayer Leverkusen extends the contract with Abdoulaye Faye, for Celta Vigo.
- Bayer Leverkusen has extended the contract with Abdoulaye Faye and loaned the player to Celta Vigo for a fee of 300,000 euros, to help him gain experience in La Liga and Europa League.
- Official | Bayer Leverkusen pocket €300,000 fee on latest Abdoulaye Faye developmental loan - Yahoo Sports.
Bayer Leverkusen has just announced that they have extended the contract of midfielder Abdoulaye Faye before sending him to Celta Vigo on loan. Abdoulaye Faye, 21, has signed a new contract until 2031 and will spend the entire 2026/27 season at the La Liga club. There is no buyout clause in the agreement.
According to information from Kicker, Celta Vigo will pay Bayer Leverkusen a loan fee of about 300,000 euros. Faye joined Bayer Leverkusen from Swedish club BK Häcken last summer for an estimated fee of between 2.7 million and 3 million euros. Faye had spent the previous season on loan at newly promoted Ligue 1 club Lorient, where he made 17 appearances and became a full-time player upon his arrival. However, two injuries prevented him from getting more playing time and during that season he also received eight yellow cards.
Faye's departure to Lorient is the 13th transfer of the 2025 summer for Bayer Leverkusen, as GGFN reports on the club's rapid change in squad. Celta Vigo will now give Faye the opportunity to gain experience not only in La Liga but also in the Europa League, as the club finished in sixth place last season and will return to competing on the international stage.
The Senegalese international is expected to compete for the left centre-back position with former Spain international Marcos Alonso, who made 32 appearances in the league last season and remains a key factor in Celta's defence. Bayer Leverkusen's director of football, Kim Falkenberg, said in a club statement: "Abdoulaye Faye possesses great potential, which he demonstrated both last season in France and in the first weeks of the current season. With his loan to Spain, we hope that he will gain valuable experience at senior and international level, which will enable him to go further in his career."
What happens next
Faye will have the opportunity to prove her ability at Celta Vigo in the 2026/27 season, hoping to confirm her place in the main team. His development will be closely watched, especially in the context of Bayer Leverkusen making major changes to the squad this summer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Abdoulaye Faye has renewed his contract with which team?
Abdoulaye Faye has renewed his contract with Bayer Leverkusen.
Where did Abdoulaye Faye move to Celta Vigo?
Abdoulaye Faye has joined Bayer Leverkusen from Swedish club BK Häcken.
Why did Abdoulaye Faye choose Celta Vigo?
Abdoulaye Faye moved to Celta Vigo to have the opportunity to gain experience in La Liga and Europa League.
How much did Celta Vigo pay for the loan of Abdoulaye Faye?
Celta Vigo will pay Bayer Leverkusen about 300,000 euros for the loan of Abdoulaye Faye.
How long will Abdoulaye Faye play at Celta Vigo?
Abdoulaye Faye will spend the entire 2026/27 season at Celta Vigo.
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