Leverkusen considering signing Hummels, according to Kicker

Bayer Leverkusen are considering Mats Hummels as a possible replacement for Jonathan Tah, according to Kicker.

After leaving Borussia Dortmund at the end of last season, it remains unclear what the future holds for Mats Hummels.

The veteran has often been linked with a move abroad, but it now appears there is interest from within the Bundesliga as well.

That’s according to Kicker, who report that Bayer Leverkusen are considering the 35-year-old as Jonathan Tah’s replacement if the latter leaves the club.

Tah would be in favor of a transfer to Bayern Munich, but the Bavarians and Leverkusen remain far apart in their evaluation of the central defender.

According to Kicker, Leverkusen want to find a replacement before letting Tah leave, and Hummels could be that player.

The former Dortmund player would fit in well with Xabi Alonso’s style of possession football, but his increasing age and lack of pace could make them think twice.

Die Werkself are also said to have their eyes on Riccardo Calafiori (Bologna) and Robin Le Normand (Real Sociedad), but they would likely cost €40m or more.

Robin Koch, who joined Eintracht Frankfurt from Leeds after spending last season on loan at Deutsche Bank Park, could also be a candidate. The Germany international is said to have a release clause of around €20m.