Bayer Leverkusen have agreed a €25 million deal, including add-ons, to sign Argentina defender Facundo Medina. The 27-year-old has accepted the club's proposal and is set to travel to Germany to complete the move, strengthening Leverkusen's defensive options.

Victor Boniface scored twice as Bayer Leverkusen defeated Sportfreunde Baumberg 7-0 in a pre-season friendly. His sharp display highlights a return to form after a difficult spell and provides optimism that the Nigerian striker can play a key role in Leverkusen's Bundesliga campaign.