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Leverkusen extend with goalkeeper Leno

Xinhua, September 11, 2016 Adjust font size:

Bayer Leverkusen have extended the contract of custodian Bernd Leno, the "Werkself" confirmed in an official statement on Saturday.

The 24-year-old German international extended his current contract, stipulated until 2018, ahead of schedule for two years to stay at Leverkusen until June 2020.

"Bernd is a great goalkeeper," Leverkusen chairman Michael Schade said. "He proved that for fives year, every week and game after game. With him, we have bound an exceptional goalkeeper on a long term."

Leno stands since 2011 between Leverkusen's post and has made 167 competitive appearances ever since. His performances earned him a call up into Germany's national squad where he made his debut in May 2016.

"I feel very comfortable here," Leno said. "I have seen a steady development not only with me but within the team. I am totally convinced that the extension is the right move for me."

Bayer Leverkusen earned their first win in Bundesliga's second round with a 3-1 comeback win over Hamburg before they encounter CSKA Moscow in UEFA Champions League group stage on Wednesday. Endit