Arsenal and Manchester United are monitoring Ibrahim Maza’s progress at Bayer Leverkusen as interest grows in the 20-year-old attacking midfielder.
Maza has been linked with a move away from the German club, despite having a contract that runs until 2030. Leverkusen are under no pressure to sell and could demand as much as €70 million for the player.
Both Premier League clubs have reportedly scouted Maza extensively since he joined Leverkusen in the summer of 2025. His development has attracted attention from leading clubs, with Arsenal and Manchester United understood to be assessing whether he could fit into their long-term plans.
Arsenal and Manchester United assess Maza’s potential
Maza generally operates in the number ten role, but can also play as a central midfielder or on either flank. His passing, acceleration and flair have helped establish him as a player capable of creating opportunities for team-mates.
Arsenal and Manchester United could both benefit from greater creativity in the final third, although the size of Leverkusen’s asking price could complicate any potential move. Maza remains relatively unproven at the highest level, and either club would be expected to weigh his potential against the substantial fee.
The Algerian will also need to consider his next step carefully if he chooses to leave Germany. Regular football and continued development are likely to be important factors, with a move to a leading club carrying the risk of limited first-team opportunities.
It remains unclear whether either Arsenal or Manchester United will make a formal approach in the coming months, but Maza’s future is likely to remain under scrutiny as his development at Leverkusen continues.
