RB Leipzig in transition: Who will be the new captain before the start of the cup?

RB Leipzig in transition: Who will be the new captain before the start of the cup?

RB Leipzig is facing an exciting new beginning. After last season, which ended with the worst result in the club's Bundesliga history, a lot needs to be readjusted. With the new coach Ole Werner, who is only 37 years old, the club wants to bring a breath of fresh air into the team. Under his leadership, five new players have arrived to make the team fit for the challenges ahead.

But not only the number of players has changed, the structural orientation is also being reconsidered. How Picture reports, the decision on the team's new captain will be announced on Thursday, immediately before the DFB Cup opener against Sandhausen, which begins on Saturday at 3:30 p.m. The previous captain Willi Orban, who has worn the armband since 2023, is up for discussion. Despite his experience, he is controversial internally and could potentially leave the club as rumors of a departure at the end of the season are growing louder.

The captaincy question is open

Xaver Schlager, the 27-year-old Austrian, is considered a hot candidate for the position of new captain. After missing almost the entire last season due to knee problems and an operation, he is now fit again and has even worn the captain's armband in preseason games. His contract only runs for one year, which is further fueling talks about an extension from the club. Schlager himself said that he would like to wait and see how his situation develops and is optimistic about his chance of taking over the armband.

David Raum, also 27 years old, is also mentioned in the internal discussion about the captaincy, but is currently considered an outsider. Like Schlager, Raum could follow in the footsteps of Marcel Sabitzer, who wore the captain's armband from 2020 to 2021 and was known for his leadership qualities.

A change with perspective

RB Leipzig has set itself the goal of making a comeback from last season's low point. At the end of last season it was only enough for seventh place in the Bundesliga, which is far too low for the club's demands. The new season will therefore be crucial for the future of the club, and the selection of the new captain can act as a groundbreaking signal. So let's see who will do the honors in Sandhausen on Thursday!

The developments surrounding RB Leipzig remain exciting and all eyes will be on the press conference. With the right mix of fresh talent and proven players, the new beginning could be successful. Information about team statistics and other details can also be found at Kicker.