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Castello Lukeba Transfer from RB Leipzig to FC Bayern München
Bayern is interested in Lukeba, but their current focus is on renewing Dayot Upamecano's contract. This situation could potentially give Chelsea an advantage in the competition for the player.
Castello Lukeba is considered an alternative if neither an extension for Upa nor a signing of Schlotti occurs. According to 'Sky.ch,' the RB Leipzig defender would like to move to Bayern and has already communicated this through his agents. This summer, he is available for a fixed price of 80 million euros, though RB might be satisfied with less.
According to journalist Sacha Tavolieri, Bayern Munich, through Max Eberl, is a serious contender for Castello Lukeba. The transfer of the 22-year-old player is contingent on the sale of Dayot Upamecano. Lukeba loves Bayern, and his entourage has communicated that they are prepared to consider any proposal from the Munich club, which could accelerate negotiations if the club chooses to invest.
According to reports from Florian Plettenberg, Castello Lukeba is highly regarded by Bayern Munich, and particularly by the sporting director Max Eberl. Lukeba has a release clause of 80 million euros that becomes effective this summer, and this amount will decrease to 65 million euros in 2027. The player's contract is valid until 2029. Bayern Munich's current priority is the contract extension for Dayot Upamecano.
Castello Lukeba has an 80 million euro release clause in his contract for next summer, and reports indicate that RB Leipzig might allow him to leave for approximately 60 million euros. Bayern Munich showed interest in Lukeba last summer, according to FT.
FC Bayern showed interest in Castello Lukeba in the past transfer window. Lukeba has a release clause of 90 million euros. No club made an offensive move, which was due to the high price tag.
Bayern Munich has shown interest in Castello Lukeba in recent months. Lukeba has a release clause that allows him to leave RB Leipzig next year for 80 million euros. RB Leipzig plans to keep Lukeba, but if a club pays the fixed sum, they cannot prevent the transfer. Lukeba commented that he wants to return to the Champions League with RB Leipzig and will see what happens after that. Source: Bild.
Bayern Munich is interested in acquiring Castello Lukeba. The player has a release clause of 90 million EUR, but Leipzig and the player have agreed that he can be sold for a lower amount. Lukeba is open to a departure.
Bayern Munich has shown interest in acquiring Castello Lukeba to strengthen their defense. The player is regarded as one of the most attractive prospects at Leipzig. His contract, which runs until 2029, includes three staggered release clauses: 90 million euros for 2025, 80 million in the summer of 2026, and 65 million in 2027. The sports director, Max Eberl, expressed his enthusiasm for Lukeba, citing his left-footed skills, competence in duels, and ability to set the game. Lukeba moved from Olympique Lyon to Leipzig in the summer of 2023 for 30 million euros and has participated in 22 official matches for Leipzig this season.
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