Bayer Leverkusen have confirmed the signing of Paris Saint-Germain defender Nordi Mukiele on loan until the end of the season, with no option to buy.
The versatile midfielder returns to the Bundesliga after four seasons at RB Leipzig. “
Nordi is a quick and strong defender who will fit well into our squad.” Leverkusen sporting director Simon Rolfes said of the signing. “
German http://ufabet999.app media reports Leverkusen do not have an option to buy at the end of the loan period.
Mukiele arrives as a replacement for centre-back Odilon Kossounou, who has moved to Europa League winners Atalanta.
The defender is looking for more playing time. Having only started nine Ligue 1 matches in the previous season for the French champions.
The 26-year-old France defender has experience in the Bundesliga, having spent four years at RB Leipzig before his move to PSG in 2022.
He has already made 30 appearances in the Champions League, is an experienced player. Who can play at right-back or in central defence.”
“For me it’s an incredible thing to come back to Germany – and to join the German champions,” Mukiele said in a statement.
Mukiele played exactly 100 Bundesliga games for Leipzig, scoring eight goals. And could face his former side when the two clash in Leverkusen on Saturday.
Mukiele left Leipzig for PSG in 2022, where he has made 45 appearances so far.
The 26-year-old replaces Odilon Kossounou, who was unveiled on loan by Atalanta with an option to buy.