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Bernd Leno
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Bernd Leno

GoalkeeperGermany34 years oldPlays for Fulham FC

Photo: Granada, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons; resized and cropped.

1. Scouting report & biography

Executive Summary

Bernd Leno is a German goalkeeper. Born on 4 March 1992. He stands 190 cm and plays for Fulham FC in the Premier League. Preferred foot is right. Contract runs to 30 June 2027. All-time highest value was 35,000,000 EUR on 12 October 2019. He is a veteran international with Premier League experience at Arsenal and Fulham.

Playing Style and Key Attributes

He presents a relaxed stance off the pitch. Business-like efficiency in interviews. Warm expression, friendly handshake with reporters and camera operators. He has spoken about fulfilment and happiness at Fulham from the very first day. The public profile is calm, composed and settled.

Career and Recent Context

He arrived at Fulham after parting ways with Arsenal. He entered his second season in August 2023 with an urge to return to competitive football. He has spoken about Fulham discarding their yo-yo club reputation. He highlighted the importance of keeping Aleksandar Mitrovic. The spell in south-west London has been framed as content and stable.

Transfers and Outlook

Bayern Munich interest has been reported. Bild journalist Heiko Niedderer said Leno is on a shortlist as an experienced backup option for Jonas Urbig. He is under contract at Fulham until 2027, with an option to extend by another year. He would be open to a move to Bayern towards the end of his career, a return closer to family near Stuttgart. The link remains contingent on Manuel Neuer and Sven Ulreich retirement timelines.

2. Audited transfer history

Arsenal FC→Fulham FC
3600000Feb 2022
Bayer 04 Leverkusen→Arsenal FC
25000000Jan 2018
VfB Stuttgart→Bayer 04 Leverkusen
7800000Jan 2012
Bayer 04 Leverkusen→VfB Stuttgart
FreeDec 2011
VfB Stuttgart→Bayer 04 Leverkusen
500000Oct 2011
VfB Stuttgart II→VfB Stuttgart
FreeJan 2011
VfB Stuttgart U19→VfB Stuttgart II
FreeJan 2010
VfB Stuttgart U17→VfB Stuttgart U19
FreeJan 2009
VfB Stuttgart Youth→VfB Stuttgart U17
FreeJan 2007
SV Germania Bietigheim Youth→VfB Stuttgart Youth
FreeJan 2003

Dossiers on Bernd Leno

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    Fulham FC→FC Bayern Munich

    Bernd Leno: Fulham FC to FC Bayern Munich

    First reported
    FourFourTwo · 29 Sep
    Sources
    3 independent
    11 outlets · 16 articles
    Stage
    interest
    Fee
    Not reported

    Bayern Munich are monitoring Fulham goalkeeper Bernd Leno as a veteran backup for Jonas Urbig, with a potential move in summer 2027. Bild places the experienced keeper on an internal list as Manuel Neuer’s era winds…