Bayer Leverkusen confirm Eichhorn signing
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Bayer Leverkusen have confirmed the signing of highly-rated youngster Kennet Eichhorn from Hertha BSC.
Die Werkself announced the arrival of the 16-year-old on Wednesday evening, fending off competition from several clubs, including RB Leipzig and Liverpool, to secure his signature.
"We are very happy we were able to convince Kennet Eichhorn of our approach. We were already in close contact with Kennet and his family a year ago, and even back then we formed a good bond," said Bayer Leverkusen managing director for sport Simon Rolfes.
"That was also always evident in this year's talks. Kennet shares our view that Bayer 04 offers the best conditions for him to develop into an absolute top player in the Bundesliga. The talks with our head coach Carles Martínez were also characterised by great agreement on footballing issues and mutual trust. With Kennet, we now have one of the best German talents in our ranks," he continued.
Explaining his decision to join the Bundesliga club, Eichhorn highlighted Leverkusen's track record of developing young players.
"After really very good talks, I decided on what I consider to be the best solution: Leverkusen is a club that has quickly developed many players, even very young ones, into top professionals," said Eichhorn.
“I will do everything I can to follow a similar path here. I'm really looking forward to taking my next steps at such an exciting, top European club like Bayer 04," added the defensive midfielder.
