Story byFlekken ruled out for months, Leverkusen boss hints at exploring the marketBulinewsMon, January 19, 2026 at 2:49 PM UTC·1 min readOn Saturday, Bayer Leverkusen not only fell to defeat against TSG Hoffenheim, but it appears they also lost Mark Flekken. The goalkeeper sustained an injury and had to be substituted in the 60th-minute with a ligament injury in his knee. AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementSky Germany understands that the Netherlands shot-stopper could be sidelined for up to two months – a return in March has been outlined. For the time being, Janis Blaswich is set to be given a chance. However, Leverkusen are also looking at the market.“We have complete confidence in Janis (…) But I can’t rule out that we might do something,” said the club's managing director of sport, Simon Rolfes. The Rhinelanders' boss was clearly hinting at exploring the market for the remainder of January to assess their options.
