RB Leipzig facing huge upheaval: up to 250 million euros expected!

RB Leipzig facing huge upheaval: up to 250 million euros expected!

Things are currently very busy at RB Leipzig - the club is planning a comprehensive change in the squad. How SportImage reports, some experienced players will be leaving the club, while exciting returnees and new arrivals are expected.

The change makes sense: there is a lot to do at RB Leipzig. Players like goalkeeper Peter Gulacsi (35), defender Willi Orban (32) and midfielder Kevin Kampl (34) are among the older players who are expected to leave the Red Bulls. It is estimated that a chunk of up to 250 million euros could be raised through sales and departures. Above all, Lois Openda (25) is being offered in line with the market for 50 million euros. Benjamin Sesko (22) is also in focus - Arsenal have already made an offer, the price of which is being negotiated between 80 and 100 million euros.

Returnees and new talents

A ray of hope for the fans are the returnees: Timo Werner (29), André Silva (29) and Eljif Elmas (25) are coming back to RB Leipzig. There are also plans to sign new talent and experienced players with leadership qualities to fill the gaps left by departures. Central defender Cristhian Mosquera (20) from Valencia and Ezechiel Banzuzi (20) from Leuven are at the top of the shopping list. Mosquera could be signed for at least 20 million euros and Banzuzi for 16 million euros.

The player market business is running, even if activities have stalled somewhat due to the upcoming Euro 2024. RBLive informed that those responsible are still working on squad planning without a new managing director for sports, Marcel Schäfer, who is expected to succeed Max Eberl.

Changes in goal and on the transfer market

Changes are also coming to the goalkeeper position. If it weren't for the return of Luca Blaswich and Maarten Vandevoordt for 10 million euros from KRC Genk, RB Leipzig could face serious challenges next season. Signing a new “six” is also being discussed as Xaver Schlager is missing again due to injury. Transfer market shows that RB Leipzig has a great need for new players for the 2024/25 season in order to continue to qualify for the Champions League.

In summary, after the successful upheaval of last season, RB Leipzig is once again planning to tackle future challenges. It remains exciting to see how the squad will develop and whether the goals set can be achieved. The club is at a turning point and will probably make things exciting again for all fans.