New club record breaking news: Bayer Leverkusen has signed Belgian international, Maxime Lopez, to a five-year contract with the Bundesliga side. The deal is worth approximately $48 million and will see the forward join Leverkusen from Real Madrid.

Maxime Lopez has been one of the most exciting talents in Belgian football recently, scoring goals at both youth and senior levels for his hometown club, Ghent. He was also part of the Belgian team that won the UEFA European Championship in 2016, and has already established himself as one of the top goal scorers in Europe.

Lopez's arrival at Leverkusen marks a significant boost for the Bundesliga side, who have struggled to find a consistent striker in recent years. Leverkusen have had some success in recent seasons, but have not managed to secure a top-flight spot since they were relegated from the Bundesliga in 2017.

The signing of Lopez comes just days after Bayer Leverkusen announced their plans to strengthen their squad ahead of the upcoming season. They have already made several signings this summer, including defender Christian Benteke, midfielder Nemanja Matic, and winger Benjamin De Bruyne.

Maxime Lopez is a talented player who has the potential to become a key player for Leverkusen. His experience and skills on the pitch will be invaluable to the team, and he will hope to make a lasting impact on the club's success in the coming seasons.