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Concedes two in team debut Flekken allowed two goals while making three saves during Saturday's 2-1 loss to Hoffenheim.

Impact Flekken allowed a goal in each half as Leverkusen dropped their opening match of the season. The keeper will hope for his first win next time out at Werder Bremen.

AUGUST 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ten Hag says he can't work Harry Potter-style magic to hasten Leverkusen rebuild

Erik ten Hag has warned he can’t work Harry Potter-style magic to forge a new-look Bayer Leverkusen into a true team as the ex-Manchester United manager prepares for his first game...

AUGUST 14, 2025 • Associated Press

Bayer Leverkusen extends Patrik Schick's contract until 2030

Bayer Leverkusen in the German Bundesliga has extended Patrik Schick's contract until 2030

AUGUST 4, 2025 • Associated Press

Leverkusen striker Schick dismisses team's title chances after Xhaka becomes latest to leave

Bayer Leverkusen striker Patrik Schick says his team is not capable of fighting for the German Bundesliga title without new signings after Granit Xhaka joined a string of title-win...

JULY 31, 2025 • Associated Press

Brentford promotes Keith Andrews to replace former manager Thomas Frank

Keith Andrews has been appointed the manager of Brentford

JUNE 27, 2025 • Associated Press

Brentford news: Mark Flekken 'became one of best goalkeepers i league' Brentford news: Mark Flekken 'became one of best goalkeepers i league'

JUNE 3, 2025 • BBC.CO.UK

Joins Leverkusen Flekken has signed with Leverkusen from Brentford, accoridng to his former club.

Impact Flekken is going to be leaving the Bees as he heads for Germany this next season, having joined Leverkusen on a permanent transfer. This comes after only two seasons with the club, making 77 appearances while holding 5 clean sheets. He will now compete with Lukas Hradecky for a starting spot with Lekerkusen, although he will likely be expected to be their starter on opening day.

JUNE 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Brentford approach Liverpool over transfer for Caoimhin Kelleher as Bayer Leverkusen close in on Mark Flekken Brentford make an approach for Liverpool goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher; West Ham and Leeds interested; Liverpool value him at above £20m; Bay...

MAY 29, 2025 • SKY.COM

Five saves in draw Flekken recorded five saves and allowed one goal in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Wolverhampton.

Impact Flekken came up huge with a minimum of four saves for a fourth consecutive game and 21st time in 37 appearances on the season. This also marked the third time in five games that he limited opponents to no more than one goal. Brentford finished the season 10th place in the table.

MAY 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Four saves in defeat Flekken recorded four saves and allowed three goals in Sunday's 3-2 defeat to Fulham.

Impact Despite racking up four saves for a second straight game and third time in four outings, Flekken found himself on the wrong side of this one. He now has three goals against in two of the last three outings. Up next for Brentford is a meeting with Wolverhampton on Sunday.

MAY 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Logs four-save clean sheet Flekken registered four saves and secured a clean sheet in Saturday's 1-0 win versus Ipswich Town.

Impact In each of his last six appearances, Flekken logged more than three saves thrice. For each of the three games, he maintained a clean sheet. With a win over Fulham on May 18, Brentford's team would finish this Premier League season in the top half of the table.

MAY 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Makes two saves in win Flekken allowed three goals but did make two important saves in Brentford's 4-3 win over Manchester United Sunday.

Impact The goalkeeper got fortunate with his team providing great offense but every save proved to be important in this contest. Flekken is unlikely to face this much pressure next Saturday, as Ipswich Town has only scored 35 goals in EPL play this season.

MAY 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Keeps clean sheet, assists Thursday Flekken made five saves and secured a clean sheet in Thursday's 2-0 victory versus Nottingham Forest. He also recorded an assist.

Impact Flecked had a strong performance Thursday as he kept a clean sheet versus a strong Nottingham Forest attack. It marked his sixth clean sheet of the season and it marked his 16 match with at least five saves. Although his clean sheet was notable, he also assisted Yoane Wissa's goal in the 70th minute, recording a rare assist by a goalkeeper. He faces a favorable matchup Sunday versus Manchester United, a side which has scored 39 goals through 34 matches this season.

MAY 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes two in win Flekken had one save and allowed two goals in Saturday's 4-2 victory against Brighton.

Impact Flekken had fewer saves than goals conceded but walked away with the win thanks to a great effort from the rest of the squad. This marked the first time in 12 appearances that he came up with no more than one save. Up next for Brentford is a meeting with Nottingham Forest on May 1.

APRIL 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Recovers after allowing goal Flekken allowed the first goal in Brentford's 1-1 draw against Arsenal but made two great saves to preserve the point for the Bees.

Impact Flekken had some critical saves, including a late dive, to secure one point for Brentford. The goalkeeper will be busy once again next Saturday, as a Brighton side that has scored 51 goals in 32 matches comes to town.

APRIL 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Clean sheet with six saves Flekken registered six saves and allowed zero goals in Sunday's 0-0 draw against Chelsea.

Impact For the 2024-25 Premier League, Flekken has five clean sheets, three of which he maintained across his last seven appearances since February. Statistically, Flekken's latest clean sheet is his best, considering it is among the aforementioned five's only one with at least six saves. Flekken's form reaching a new peak comes at a much-needed time, considering Brentford's next game is an away game at Arsenal on Saturday.

APRIL 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Allows two goals in loss Flekken made two saves and allowed two goals in Wednesday's 2-1 defeat against Newcastle United.

Impact Flekken turned aside two of four Newcastle shots on target Wednesday as Brentford fell in a 2-1 loss at St. James' Park. Since recording his last clean sheet, Flekken has made 13 saves and four clearances while conceding five goals over four appearances (four starts). His next challenge is likely to come Sunday when Brentford host fourth-place Chelsea.

APRIL 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Five saves in Vitality win Flekken had five saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 2-1 victory against AFC Bournemouth.

Impact Flekken was sharp Saturday. He made five skillful saves and was unlucky with the conceded goal which came off a deflection. The Dutchman has produced an average of 4.4 saves per game (74 percent), currently best in the EPL, and has produced four clean sheets, two from the last five matches. He has a good chance of delivering another shutout in the Bees next against Newcastle. In their last five EPL matches the Magpies have lost three and failed to score twice.

MARCH 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Three saves in defeat Flekken made three saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 1-0 defeat to Aston Villa.

Impact This marked the seventh consecutive league appearance that Flekken registered at least three saves. This was also the fifth time in that span that he conceded no more than one goal. Up next for Brentford is a meeting with AFC Bournemouth on Saturday.

MARCH 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes late equalizer Flekken made three saves in Brentford's 1-1 draw Wednesday against Everton, but gave up a crucial equalizer in the second half.

Impact Flekken failed to make it three clean sheets in a row thanks to a late goal, and he's unlikely to keep a clean sheet next Saturday against Aston Villa, even though Brentford will have the rest advantage. Aston Villa have scored 40 goals in league play this season.

FEBRUARY 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Consecutive clean sheets Flekken registered three saves and secured a clean sheet in Friday's 4-0 win versus Leicester City.

Impact Flekken made three saves Friday to earn his second successive clean sheet in a convincing 4-0 victory over Leicester City. Brentford's veteran keeper is on a strong run of form, having made 10 saves and two clearances while conceding just one goal over his last three appearances (three starts). Flekken will look for his third successive clean sheet Wednesday when Brentford host Everton who have averaged two goals scored per fixture over their last three league matches.

FEBRUARY 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Back in net Flekken (strain) will start Saturday's trip to West Ham, according to manager Thomas Frank. "Flekken is ready and will be in goal, which is good."

Impact Flekken will start Saturday's trip after overcoming a muscle injury throughout the week. It was never feared to be a serious one, and as expected he's straight back available. Hakon Valdimarsson will fall to the bench with Flekken fit.

FEBRUARY 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up strain Flekken was not featured during the 2-0 loss to Tottenham with a side strain. According to manager Thomas Frank, "Mark picked up a side strain two days ago so unfortunately he can'...

Impact Hakon Valdimarsson got the start in the net for Flekken, who has been dealing with a side strain. He had allowed eight goals in the last six PL matches, making 24 saves with a clean sheet in that span. The keeper is set to be further assessed, though will have an extra week to recover with the next league clash not until Feb 15 against the Hammers.

FEBRUARY 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Four saves in win Flekken recorded four saves and allowed one goal in Sunday's 2-1 victory versus Crystal Palace.

Impact Flekken recorded at least four saves for a third straight outing and is up to a total of 16 saves in that span. This also marked the first time in three games that he limited opponents to a maximum of one goal. Up next for Brentford is a meeting with Tottenham on Sunday.

JANUARY 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Beaten in stoppage time Flekken had six saves and allowed two goals in Saturday's 2-0 defeat to Liverpool.

Impact Flekken played an absolutely brilliant 90 minutes before Darwin Nunez made the most of two chances and put a pair of goals past Flekken. It was still a great game from Flekken, but in the end he was saddled with a disappointing loss. He should have the chance to shine in the coming weeks especially if he and the defense can maintain this level.

JANUARY 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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