Francis Onyeka is closing in on a loan move to newly promoted Bundesliga side SV Elversberg, with talks between the clubs reaching an advanced stage ahead of the 2026/27 season.

Transfer insider Florian Plettenberg confirmed on X that the 19-year-old forward is on the verge of joining SV Elversberg from Bayer Leverkusen, with negotiations between the two clubs in their final stages.

A breakthrough season in the second tier

Onyeka spent the 2025/26 campaign on loan at VfL Bochum in Bundesliga 2, where he produced a string of eye-catching performances that drew interest from clubs across Germany. He scored eight goals and contributed one assist across 30 league appearances, cementing his status as one of the most exciting young prospects in the division.

SV Elversberg's Bundesliga ambitions

SV Elversberg secured a historic promotion to the Bundesliga this season and see Onyeka as an ideal fit for their attacking approach. The club believes the teenage forward can add meaningful quality to their squad as they prepare for their maiden campaign in Germany's top flight.

For Onyeka, the loan would mark a significant step up in his development — giving him his first taste of Bundesliga football after a standout season in the second tier.

Background and international recognition

Born in Germany to a Nigerian father, Onyeka has already featured on the international stage, representing Germany's U-17 side in the qualifiers for the 2024 UEFA European U-17 Championship. His performances at club level have only enhanced his growing reputation as one of German football's most promising young talents.