In addition to long-standing interest from Bologna, another Italian club, Lecce, is also reportedly considering a move for Union SG's 22-year-old Belgian defender, Fedde Leysen. Italian media noted Lecce's interest, which follows the club's unsuccessful attempt last season to sign a different Belgian defender, Zeno Van den Bosch, from Royal Antwerp FC. Leysen's contract with the Belgian club is valid until 2029. His market value is estimated by Transfermarkt to be €6.00m. This season, Leysen has made 11 appearances in the Jupiler Pro League, during which he has scored one goal and provided one assist.