Oliver Glasner (Crystal Palace)
April 2025
RB Leipzig are considering Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner as a top candidate for their vacant head coach position following Marco Rose’s recent dismissal.
Leipzig remain interested in Glasner as they assess permanent replacements, impressed by his Premier League impact and previous Bundesliga success with Eintracht Frankfurt.
Marco Rose (RB Leipzig)
March 2025
RB Leipzig have dismissed head coach Marco Rose and his staff following poor performances domestically and in Europe, with the team currently sitting sixth in the Bundesliga.
Rose, appointed in 2022, failed to progress from the Champions League group stage and lost to Monchengladbach, leaving Leipzig three points off fourth. The club will name an interim coach soon.
Benjamin Sesko (RB Leipzig)
March 2025
Arsenal are leading the race to sign Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko, who prefers a Premier League move amid strong interest from several top European clubs.
With a €70m release clause, Sesko’s preference for Champions League football puts Arsenal ahead, especially as Man United may miss out on qualification unless they win the Europa League.
Xavi Simons (Manchester United)
March 2025
Manchester United are tracking RB Leipzig playmaker Xavi Simons but may need to sell players to fund a move.
A deal would cost over €50m. Manager Ruben Amorim is focusing on other positions unless sales occur.
Jobe Bellingham (Sunderland)
March 2025
RB Leipzig have begun talks for Sunderland’s Jobe Bellingham, though they consider the asking price too high.
Leipzig are among several clubs monitoring the 19-year-old midfielder, who is expected to leave this summer. Chelsea, Arsenal, and Manchester United have previously been linked.
Tyler Dibling, Southampton
March 2025
Southampton are set to demand over £100 million for 19-year-old forward Tyler Dibling, amid interest from Premier League giants and top Bundesliga sides.
Despite Southampton’s looming relegation, Dibling has been a standout performer, prompting strong interest ahead of the summer window. Spurs are ready to reignite their pursuit after January interest, while Man City and United remain keen. Bundesliga clubs Bayern Munich and RB Leipzig are also monitoring the situation. Southampton’s valuation, which exceeds what City paid for Jack Grealish in 2021, has reportedly frustrated rival clubs.
Yusuf Akcicek, Fenerbahçe
Summer 2025
Manchester United are targeting 19-year-old Turkish defender Yusuf Akcicek as part of their defensive reinforcements, according to Fanatik.
United are in need of cover due to ongoing injuries to Leny Yoro and Lisandro Martínez. Akcicek is on the radar of Tottenham, Bayern Munich, Atlético Madrid, Napoli, and RB Leipzig as well. His rapid rise at Fenerbahçe has made him one of the hottest young defenders in Europe.
Xavi Simons (RB Leipzig)
Summer 2025
Manchester United remain interested in Simons, but RB Leipzig’s €80M asking price could be a stumbling block.
United are prioritizing an attacking midfielder and a striker, with Simons, Benjamin Sesko, and Hugo Ekitike among their targets.