Neil El Aynaoui Set for Loan Move to RB Leipzig
RB Leipzig is on the verge of securing the services of Neil El Aynaoui, a talented 25-year-old midfielder currently with AS Roma. Renowned transfer expert Gianluca Di Marzio reported that the negotiations have reached an advanced stage, with Sky Germany confirming that both clubs have achieved a verbal agreement. According to the proposed arrangement, El Aynaoui will initially join Leipzig on a loan deal valued at €4 million, which includes a purchase option of €25 million to be activated next summer. Additionally, reports suggest that AS Roma will benefit from a sell-on clause as part of the transaction. The final details between both clubs are being ironed out, with a medical examination and contract signing anticipated to follow shortly. El Aynaoui's move is seen as a significant step for him, especially after his impressive performance during the FIFA World Cup where he was a key player for Morocco, who reached the quarter-finals.
El Aynaoui is expected to be the sixth new addition to RB Leipzig's squad, bringing much-needed stability and versatility to the central midfield. Standing at 1.85 meters tall, the right-footed player had recently transferred to AS Roma from RC Lens for €23.5 million in the summer of 2025, signing a contract that extends until 2030. His performance in 25 league matches last season, where he contributed three goals, has seen his market value double in the past year, largely attributed to his standout role in the World Cup.
Conrad Harder Likely to Depart for Strasbourg
In other news from Leipzig, another significant departure is imminent. According to Sky, striker Conrad Harder is set to move to Racing Strasbourg in France’s Ligue 1 on loan. The 21-year-old Dane, who was acquired last season for €24 million from Sporting, will join the French side until the end of the current season. Strasbourg is reportedly taking on the player's salary, which is valued at €17 million, while no purchase option will be included in the agreement. This move reflects Leipzig's strategy to optimize their squad while allowing their young talents to gain valuable playing time elsewhere.
As reported by transfermarkt.de.
