Neil El Aynaoui, RB Leipzig and Roma
30 August 2026
RB Leipzig have reached a verbal agreement with Roma to sign Morocco midfielder Neil El Aynaoui. The proposed deal is a one-season loan costing €4 million with a €25 million purchase option, with final details still being completed.
El Aynaoui is expected to undergo a medical and sign before the deadline after Leipzig identified him as their preferred option for a number six or eight role. The 25-year-old joined Roma from Lens only last summer.