Overview
- Bayer Leverkusen extended Brazilian fullback Arthur’s contract to 2031, moving it beyond the prior 2028 end date.
- Sporting chief Simon Rolfes said Arthur can shape the club’s future and praised his technical quality and commitment.
- Rolfes noted injuries, including a torn syndesmosis ligament, have slowed the 23-year-old, who recently returned to action.
- Transfermarkt reports he joined in 2023 for about €7 million and has made 62 appearances for the club.
- The renewal follows a fresh deal for defender Edmond Tapsoba and signals a drive to secure a stable core for coming seasons.