Bayer Leverkusen have included Quinten Timber, currently at Feyenoord, on their transfer shortlist as the Bundesliga club looks to reinforce its midfield before the summer window closes[1]. Timber, aged 24, is viewed as one of three key candidates and could potentially provide competition for new captain Robert Andrich, Aleix Garcia, and Exequiel Palacios following Granit Xhaka’s departure[1].
Leverkusen’s interest is partly driven by the expected exit of Aleix Garcia, who is close to joining West Ham, prompting the club to consider Timber as a replacement[2]. Recent Dutch reports suggest that Bayer Leverkusen already had an initial bid for Timber rejected, but the club’s interest remains strong[2]. The Feyenoord midfielder is reportedly valued at €30 million and has less than one year remaining on his contract, which he has declined to extend[1][2]. This situation increases the likelihood of Feyenoord selling him during this window, to avoid a free departure next summer[2].
Quinten Timber has made 105 appearances for Feyenoord across all competitions, contributing 18 goals and 13 assists[1][2]. In the current season, he has been a regular presence for Robin van Persie’s side[1]. Some transfer trackers now estimate there is an 80% chance Timber will join Bayer Leverkusen before the deadline[6][8].