newcastle united And armory Bayer could fight for Leverkusen's Christian Kofen this summer.
The striker joined the German club from Albacete Balompié in July 2025 and was primarily a substitute player. He scored seven goals and nine assists in 1,983 minutes in 44 matches.
Arsenal and Barcelona have already shown interest, while Newcastle United and others are also involved.
On 18 May, Game Witness broadcast news The Gunners and the La Liga winners are in pole position and have made solid steps forward.
Newcastle United wants Arsenal target
image Highlights that and explains the Premier League duo and Bayer Leverkusen's stance on Christian Koffen.
He has been on the Gunners' radar after impressing in a 1-1 Champions League draw against them in March.
Arsenal are still in contact with their representatives, Eric DePaolo and Erkan Alkan. DePaolo already confirmed Mikel Arteta's interest in April, as reported by Bild.
At that time he said: "Arsenal's interest is serious. With Coffen, Arsenal will have a top striker for the next 10 years. He is a €100m player."
Newcastle United are keen to make Cameroon an international and are making moves to sign him this window.
The Magpies are looking to improve their attack and have agreed a deal with TSG Hoffenheim for Bazoumana Toure. Eddie Howe's team are also keen to sign the Arsenal target, but it will not be easy.
Bild doubted Coffen would favor the Tyneside club due to their failure to qualify for Europe. Furthermore, a solid offer from the Premier League winners would 'turn things around', meaning they would get an edge in the transfer race.
Newcastle United and Arsenal need big money
Christian Kofen's contract is until 2029, and transfer market He is worth €40 million.
Bayer Leverkusen, who paid €5.25m, have no intention of selling him unless there is a concrete offer. Bild report that the Bundesliga side are looking for a fee close to €100m for the attacker.
Arsenal and Newcastle United would have to spend big on Coffey, and they are unlikely to offer even close to the above figure.
