Bayer Leverkusen will host RB Leipzig in the standout tie of the German Cup last 16, while holders Bayern Munich have been handed a home meeting with second-division leaders Hertha Berlin.
Victor Boniface reportedly wants to leave Bayer Leverkusen in January 2027 as he looks to revive his career after a difficult period marked by injuries, fitness problems and limited first-team opportunities.
Bayern Munich defender Jonathan Tah is expecting a tough test against Arsenal but is relishing the chance to face his close friend and former Bayer Leverkusen teammate Kai Havertz.
Bayer Leverkusen continued their impressive form with a commanding 4-0 victory over Polish champions Lech Poznan in the Europa League, with coach Carles Martinez insisting his team must keep pushing for more goals.
Robert Andrich has admitted that losing the captaincy at Bayer Leverkusen and falling down the pecking order has been difficult, but the midfielder is determined to fight his way back into the team.
Côte d'Ivoire international and new Bayer Leverkusen signing Guéla Doué insists he enjoyed his first cameo at the club against Augsburg before suffering a calf injury setback in training last month.