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Arthur Vermeeren Transfer from RB Leipzig to Antwerp
On Thursday evening, Antwerp announced that Arthur Vermeeren had arrived, a few hours after he underwent medical tests. The midfielder is rejoining his former club on a temporary loan from RB Leipzig that will last until the end of the season.
On Thursday evening, Antwerp announced that Arthur Vermeeren had arrived, a few hours after he underwent medical tests. The midfielder is rejoining his former club on a temporary loan from RB Leipzig that will last until the end of the season.
Arthur Vermeeren joins Royal Antwerpen on loan for one season.
Arthur Vermeeren joins Royal Antwerpen on loan for one season.
Fabrizio Romano reports that Royal Antwerp have agreed a deal to sign Arthur Vermeeren on loan from RB Leipzig. The transfer for the former Atlético Madrid player is a straight loan without any buy option. According to Het Laatste Nieuws, there are no obstacles to the move to his former club. The same source states that only paperwork, described as a formality, remains and that Vermeeren has successfully completed his medical tests.
Fabrizio Romano reports that Royal Antwerp have agreed a deal to sign Arthur Vermeeren on loan from RB Leipzig. The transfer for the former Atlético Madrid player is a straight loan without any buy option. According to Het Laatste Nieuws, there are no obstacles to the move to his former club. The same source states that only paperwork, described as a formality, remains and that Vermeeren has successfully completed his medical tests.
According to ‘Het Laatste Nieuws’, the 21-year-old is joining his youth club Royal Antwerp on loan. A purchase option is reportedly not part of the deal. Vermeeren is already in Belgium to complete the mandatory medical check before signing the new contract. The Jupiler Pro League transfer window closes tonight at midnight, which is why there is urgency.
According to ‘Het Laatste Nieuws’, the 21-year-old is joining his youth club Royal Antwerp on loan. A purchase option is reportedly not part of the deal. Vermeeren is already in Belgium to complete the mandatory medical check before signing the new contract. The Jupiler Pro League transfer window closes tonight at midnight, which is why there is urgency.
Het Nieuwsblad reports that Antwerp is close to signing Arthur Vermeeren. RB Leipzig has reportedly approved a loan move. It is highly likely that a purchase option will not be included in the contract because of Antwerp's financial situation and the status of Vermeeren. According to Het Nieuwsblad and journalist David Van den Broeck, a reunion is imminent. David Van den Broeck stated on September 3, 2026, that Antwerp is hopeful of completing the loan deal on that day.
Het Nieuwsblad reports that Antwerp is close to signing Arthur Vermeeren. RB Leipzig has reportedly approved a loan move. It is highly likely that a purchase option will not be included in the contract because of Antwerp's financial situation and the status of Vermeeren. According to Het Nieuwsblad and journalist David Van den Broeck, a reunion is imminent. David Van den Broeck stated on September 3, 2026, that Antwerp is hopeful of completing the loan deal on that day.
A new loan move is being considered for Arthur Vermeeren, a 21-year-old Belgian defensive midfielder, because he is not part of RB Leipzig's plans for the season. The player's contract runs until 2029. While Red Bull Salzburg and PSV have shown interest, his former club Royal Antwerp is reportedly the leading candidate to sign him. The Belgian club has made significant progress in negotiations in recent days for a loan until the end of the season. With the transfer deadline in just over 24 hours, there is urgency to finalize a deal. Antwerp considers his return a positive step to improve their current difficult situation and to challenge for European places. Vermeeren has 11 caps and one goal for the Belgium U21 national team. His current market value is estimated by Transfermarkt to be €20.00m. Reports from July 2026 suggested RB Leipzig was seeking a transfer fee between €30 million and €35 million for a permanent move.
A new loan move is being considered for Arthur Vermeeren, a 21-year-old Belgian defensive midfielder, because he is not part of RB Leipzig's plans for the season. The player's contract runs until 2029. While Red Bull Salzburg and PSV have shown interest, his former club Royal Antwerp is reportedly the leading candidate to sign him. The Belgian club has made significant progress in negotiations in recent days for a loan until the end of the season. With the transfer deadline in just over 24 hours, there is urgency to finalize a deal. Antwerp considers his return a positive step to improve their current difficult situation and to challenge for European places. Vermeeren has 11 caps and one goal for the Belgium U21 national team. His current market value is estimated by Transfermarkt to be €20.00m. Reports from July 2026 suggested RB Leipzig was seeking a transfer fee between €30 million and €35 million for a permanent move.
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