Bayer Leverkusen have emerged as the frontrunners to sign Nigeria winger Chidera Ejuke this summer, with the Bundesliga champions keen to secure his services ahead of the upcoming transfer window.

Ejuke, 28, is widely anticipated to depart Sevilla following a second successive difficult season in Spain. He managed one goal and one assist across 29 La Liga appearances for the Rojiblancos — returns that fell short of expectations for a player of his ability.

Premier League clubs also watching

Several Premier League sides are also tracking Ejuke's situation, though Bayer Leverkusen are currently regarded as the leading candidates for his signature. Transfermarkt values the former CSKA Moscow winger at €4 million; he arrived at Sevilla on a free transfer in 2024.

With just 12 months remaining on his contract, Sevilla are motivated to sell this summer and avoid losing him on a free transfer in 2026. The club face considerable pressure to generate funds under La Liga's strict financial fair play regulations, making player sales a priority in the coming months.

Ejuke's Sevilla exit looks likely

A transfer away from the Ramón Sánchez Pizjuán Stadium would hand Ejuke the chance to rebuild his career at a club operating at the highest level of European football. Bayer Leverkusen, who claimed the Bundesliga title, would represent a significant step up in ambition.

Ejuke's international teammate Akor Adams has also been linked with a departure from Sevilla as the Andalusian club look to balance their books following a turbulent campaign that saw them finish 17th in La Liga — one place above the relegation zone.