Bayer Leverkusen is poised to host Borussia Dortmund in a Bundesliga clash this Sunday, boasting a comfortable lead at the top of the table with only two points dropped in 36 possible.
Despite being just two points ahead of a formidable Bayern Munich led by Harry Kane, Leverkusen has opened up a substantial ten-point gap ahead of Dortmund after 12 matches.
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Manager Xabi Alonso is credited with instilling hope among Bayer Leverkusen fans, but a strategic summer recruitment drive has also played a pivotal role.
Bayer Leverkusen, utilizing funds from Moussa Diaby’s transfer to Aston Villa, secured Victor Boniface, Jonas Hofmann, Granit Xhaka, and Alex Grimaldo. Alonso praised the newcomers for their “football intelligence” and foresaw an immediate impact on the team’s performance.
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Reports from German media suggest that Dortmund rejected all four summer signings, except for Hofmann, who had previous stints at Signal Iduna Park. Criticism has grown, especially with Dortmund’s recent acquisitions struggling to fill the void left by Jude Bellingham.
Sporting director Simon Rolfes, the architect of Leverkusen’s successful transfer window, had his contract extended to 2028, reflecting the club’s satisfaction with his contributions.
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Leverkusen’s key player, Florian Wirtz, was rested in the Europa League, emphasizing the importance of Sunday’s clash against Dortmund.
For Dortmund, there is more at stake than just narrowing the gap with the league leaders. Alongside RB Leipzig, Dortmund has been considered a strong contender to challenge Bayern Munich’s dominance. Leverkusen’s emergence as ‘Bayern hunters’ adds an extra layer of challenge for Dortmund.
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Dortmund defender Mats Hummels acknowledged the difficulty of the task, emphasizing the need to stand their ground.
The spotlight is also on Stuttgart striker Serhou Guirassy, set to make his first start since October after recovering from a hamstring injury, boasting an impressive goal-scoring record this season.
