"like2drive is a pioneer in the field of car hire and a company with its innovative concept suits us very well," declared Fernando Carro, chairman of the board at Bayer 04. "We are looking forward to an exciting partnership."
The Fleetpool Group, who back the like2drive brand, has many years of experience in the leasing and car market and the company branch. Gert Schaub, CEO of Fleetpool Group, is particularly looking forward the new partnership is a fan of the club: "The commitment to Bayer 04 is not just a labour of love but also a partnership with a top professional club that, just like Fleetpool, acts responsibly and is visionary."
As the official mobility partner, like2drive will have hoarding coverage at the BayArena and will for the first time present the Bayer 04 Goal of the Month with the 'car subscription offer of the month’ across all digital channels at Bayer 04 as part of a two-year contract.
Company profile:
like2drive is part of the Cologne-based Fleetpool group and it offers a new affordable mobility concept – the car subscription. The all-inclusive monthly rate covers comprehensive and third party insurance, road tax as well as provision of tyres for the whole year. There are no repair or maintenance costs. And like2drive does not require a deposit, starting fee or termination fee. Only the fuel costs have to be paid by the customer. This model has maximum flexibility given the short terms of 6, 12 or 18 months.
Ten years after retiring as a player, Kristina Sundov is returning to the Bayer 04 Women’s team as assistant coach. The 39-year-old former Croatia international takes over from Remzi Kahraman, who has taken up a new challenge abroad. She has been given a contract to 30 June 2028.
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The training pitches at the BayArena are already buzzing with activity again, even before training officially begins next week. On Monday morning, a small group from the Werkself first-team squad completed a session lasting around an hour. Both new and familiar faces were present.
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One ticket, two matches – and a varied programme of events, including appearances by players from the professional teams: Bayer 04 has come up with something very special for the 2026 season launch on Saturday, 8 August. From morning right through to the evening, Werkself fans can use just one ticket to not only enjoy top-class football from the Bayer 04 teams live, but also to experience unforgettable moments with the whole family through a variety of hands-on activities around the BayArena and the Ulrich Haberland Stadium. The day will also end on a real high note: after both matches, Bayer 04 supporters will have the opportunity to interact directly with the players during joint activities and get to know them from a different angle.
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Issa Traoré is moving from Bayer 04 Leverkusen to Slovakian top-flight side AS Trencin. The club has loaned the centre-back out for one year to this year’s ninth-placed team in the Slovakian league.
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