OFFICIAL: Grimaldo signs for Bayer Leverkusen until 2027

Clubs are already organising their squads for next season as the next transfer window is just around the corner. In fact, the first transfers are already taking place.
Alejandro Grimaldo, who currently plays for Benfica, has signed for Bayer Leverkusen until 2027. The left-back will join the German club as a free agent as his current contract with the Portuguese side expires at the end of the campaign.
The 27-year-old is ending his time at Benfica after seven and a half seasons in Portugal. The Spaniard has played more than 300 competitive matches for them.
"I've played for a top European club for seven years but now I'm attracted by the idea of showing my strengths in the Bundesliga as well. For me, it's one of the best leagues in Europe and is definitely unique in terms of the set-up and atmosphere at the stadiums. I'm very proud that a Bundesliga club like Bayer 04 has come in for me," Grimaldo claimed.
Leverkusen sporting director Simon Rolfes also spoke about Grimaldo and his abilities: "Grimaldo is a versatile, very skilful left-back with great technical experience. He is capable of scoring and has a lot of experience and quality. We are happy we were able to convince Alejandro of our ambitious plans for the years ahead," he said.