RB Leipzig is in talks with Maxime Estève, a 24-year-old French defender. Estève is seeking a move after FC Burnley's relegation, and the club is open to offers for him despite his contract running until 2030. According to Sacha Tavolieri, Leipzig has submitted an offer worth 26 million euros including bonuses. Leipzig has shown concrete interest, with Estève on their shortlist because he is a left-footed defender with strengths in build-up play and duels. Other European clubs are also interested, with Bayer Leverkusen named as another interested party from the Bundesliga. Estève joined Burnley in July 2024 and made 34 Premier League appearances in the 2025/2026 season. He has been capped once for the France U23 national team. According to Transfermarkt, his current market value is €28.00m.