German defensive midfielder Benno Kaltefleiter, 18, is categorized as a young talent who requires a clear plan for his sporting future and is on the list of players who could leave RB Leipzig. His contract with the club is valid until June 2029. In the 2025/2026 season, he scored eight goals in 32 appearances across the club's U17 and U19 teams. Kaltefleiter has also been involved with the Germany U18 national team.