RB Leipzig's Hunt for a New Midfielder Yields Potential Signing in Elmas
In a twist of events, DFB Cup champions RB Leipzig seem to have found their top choice to replace Emil Forsberg in the central midfield position. As per transfer market guru Fabrizio Romano, North Macedonian prodigy Eljif Elmas is reportedly on the brink of joining the Bundesliga runners-up from Italian champions SSC Napoli. Both parties have reportedly agreed to terms, with a transfer fee of €25 million being speculated. The medical examinations are slated to take place before the month's end.
Elmas, who is recovering from leg flexor issues, could potentially follow Forsberg's footsteps in Leipzig. Despite playing slightly more defensively than Forsberg, Elmas' impressive performances in the Serie A have caught the eye of Leipzig's management. Having joined Naples from Fenerbahce Istanbul in 2019, Elmas' current contract runs until 2025. With 52 international caps and 12 goals to his name for North Macedonia, Elmas could prove to be a valuable addition to RB Leipzig's lineup.
Elmas' impending move to Leipzig has caused a wave of excitement among the club's supporters on Twitter. Presumably, this transfer will further strengthen Leipzig's midfield, especially considering Forsberg's move to New York.
Inside Information:
- Elmas, now loaned to Torino FC, has a purchase option of €18 million following his struggles to secure a significant role at Leipzig.
- Having started his Serie A career with Napoli in 2019, Elmas has since returned to Italy, looking to regain his form and contribute to Torino's bid for European qualification.
Fabrizio Romano, a renowned transfer market expert, has hinted at Elmas' medical examinations taking place by the month's end. As Leipzig's hunt for a new midfielder continues, the potential signing of Elmas adds a fresh layer of intrigue to the German side's future plans.
