Eljif Elmas Back at RB Leipzig: New hope under Ole Werner!

Eljif Elmas Back at RB Leipzig: New hope under Ole Werner!

Leipzig, Deutschland - The return from Eljif Elmas to RB Leipzig ensures a breath of fresh air in the Bundesliga team. After a disappointing loan at FC Turin, where the 25-year-old under coach Marco Rose only played 22 competitive games in 363 minutes, Elmas is now hoping for new opportunities under the new coach Ole Werner. As the lvz reported, Elmas was frustrated about his small playing time and support in Turin. Financial means also prevented the Italians from being able to draw a purchase option for the playmaker.

Back in Leipzig, where Elmas played 189 games at SSC Naples and contributed 19 goals and 11 templates, he will be released on July 14, 2025. The training camp in Donaueschingen, which will take place from July 23rd to 30th, offers him the opportunity to prove himself again and perhaps also clarify the open questions about the possible departure of Xavi Simons, which could endanger his place in the team.

a look back and forward

Elmas' return also throws a light on the recent challenges at RB Leipzig. The club has repeatedly caused discussions in transfer policy, especially when it comes to expensive transfers that are considered rivets. In an analysis of Transfermarkt , five transfers are highlighted.

• André Silva (-20 million)
• Timo Werner (return, -20 million)
• Alexander Sörloth (-10 million)
• Ilaix Moriba (-16 million)
• Elif Elmas (regarded as a flop)

transfer preview and market value

Elmas' current market value has halved in one year, which reflects the difficulty of the transfer. RB Leipzig still requires a transfer of around 20 million euros. This is an indication of how much the club has to deal with its transfers and the future list. In the current season 25/26 the association has a negative transfer balance of -34 million euros, such as the Transfermarkt overview

With a fresh perspective and the support of Ole Werner, the fans hope that Elmas can regain his shape and RB Leipzig can prepare for the upcoming challenges in the Bundesliga and beyond. The adventure of Elmas at RB Leipzig is far from over.