Arsenal 
Bayer 04 
- 11 November
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CONFIRMED: Lukas Podolski signs for Galatasaray.
Galatasaray beats Bayer 04 to sign Lukas Podolski. Arsenal accepts their €2.5M offer for the striker, ending the rumour of Lukas Podolski moving to Bayer 04.
CONFIRMED: Lukas Podolski signs for Galatasaray
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Rumour report
(Latest update: )Momentum is building for Lukas Podolski's transfer to Bayer 04, as reports suggest a 77% probability of the deal moving forward. Here is why.
- Bayer 04 has a great talent in the current squad who plays in the same position as Lukas Podolski.
- Lukas Podolski is in a favorable situation regarding potential playing time, as there are only a limited number of direct competitors for his position within the current Bayer 04 squad. This significantly increases his chances to prove himself and become a key player on the field.
- The absence of key players at Bayer 04 who play in the same position as Lukas Podolski increases his chances of playing a significant role in the short term and allows him to establish himself as a valuable asset in Bayer 04's squad.
Transfer Logic score:
Pros
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Few direct competitors for position (Patrik Schick, Victor Boniface)
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Missing star player in position on team
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Few better competitors for position (Patrik Schick, Victor Boniface)
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Comparable value to previously attracted players
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Comparable quality to previously attracted players
Cons
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Potential star player in position on team (Patrik Schick, Victor Boniface)
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Many competitors with higher Potential (Victor Boniface, Adam Hlozek)
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Older than previously attracted players
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Less potential than previously attracted players
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Alternatives of Bayer 04
| Skill / pot | Player | Team |
ETV The Estimated Transfer Value (ETV) is calculated by the Player Valuation Model, that calculates the accurate transfer fee for a given player. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skill / pot | Player / Team / Position |
ETV The Estimated Transfer Value (ETV) is calculated by the Player Valuation Model, that calculates the accurate transfer fee for a given player. |
|
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51.4
51.4
|
Moritz-Broni Kwarteng |
 Bochum
|
€0.8M |
|
51.4
51.4
|
Diego Rubio |
 Austin
|
€0.3M |
|
51.4
51.4
|
Jonathan Osorio |
 Toronto
|
€1.0M |
|
51.4
51.4
|
Saar Fadida |
 Bnei Raine
|
€0.2M |
|
51.3
51.3
|
Jairo Vélez |
 Universitario
|
€0.4M |
|
51.3
62.9
|
Marko Velickovic |
 Vojvodina
|
€0.9M |
|
51.3
56.2
|
Jules-Anthony Vilsaint |
Toronto
|
€0.3M |
|
51.3
51.3
|
Lachlan Rose |
 Newcastle
|
€0.2M |
Other interesting rumours
| Player | From / To | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Declan Rice | 07-11-2025 | Report | |
| Martin Ødegaard | 05-11-2025 | Report | |
| Quinten Timber | 29-08-2025 | Report | |
| Leandro Trossard | 30-07-2025 | Report | |
| Fábio Vieira | 30-07-2025 | Report | |
| Malik Tillman | 23-06-2025 | Report | |
| Jurriën Timber | 23-06-2025 | Report | |
| Jarell Quansah | 13-06-2025 | Report |
Lukas Podolski
F, M, AM (C)
Skill: 49.6
Pot: 50.2
Team
Gornik Zabrze
Gornik Zabrze
Contracted Until
30 Jun 26
ETV
€0.2M
The Estimated Transfer Value (ETV) is calculated by the Player Valuation Model, that calculates the accurate transfer fee for a given player.
ETV Range
€0.2M – €0.3M
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Who is Lukas Podolski?
Lukas Podolski (GER) is a a shadow striker and currently plays for Gornik Zabrze. Lukas Podolski is 40 years old (1985/06/04) and he is 182cm tall. His preferred foot is Left. His jersey number is 10. Lukas Podolski has also been used as an advanced playmaker and as a box to box midfielder.
Lukas Podolski's current transfer value is between €0.2M and €0.3M. His last transfer was from Antalyaspor to Gornik Zabrze in 2021. Gornik Zabrze got Lukas Podolski for free.
Lukas Podolski latest transfers and transfer rumours, season statistics and career statistics are available on FootballTransfers.
