Nathan Tella Signs Long-Term Deal with Bayer Leverkusen

Bayer 04 Leverkusen have announced that forward Nathan Tella has signed a new long-term contract with the club, extending his stay until 30 June 2031.

The versatile 26-year-old, who joined the Werkself from Southampton in 2023, has impressed with his ability to play across the front line as a right winger, false nine, or left winger.

His previous contract was due to run until 2028.

‘We are delighted we will be keeping a likeable and top-class professional in our ranks over the long term,’ said Bayer 04 Managing Director Sport, Simon Rolfes.

‘Nathan Tella is a top performer on the pitch and an enormously important player in the dressing room. His identification with Bayer 04 is evident and visible every day. In sporting terms, his pace and footballing ability are the outstanding qualities Nathan brings to our team.’

The England-born Nigeria international expressed his joy at committing his future to the Bundesliga champions.

‘This long-term commitment is an expression of a special relationship. I really feel at home at Bayer 04, the first few years have seen a lot of fantastic successes,’ said Tella.

‘It’s great fun to now be part of the development of a new and powerful team. I’m sure we will achieve our goals again in the coming years.’