Nelson Weiper, a 20-year-old striker from Mainz 05, is being considered by RB Leipzig as a potential solution to offset the departures of Openda and Sesko. He remains contracted until 2026 due to a club option. Weiper is one of the five young talents identified by Leipzig's sporting director, Marcel Schäfer, who is actively searching for ways to rejuvenate the squad following a disappointing season. Leipzig is aiming to save costs and revitalize their team, which makes Weiper, secured at Mainz until 2026 through a club option, an appealing prospect to fill the potential void left by the outgoing strikers. The club is undergoing significant restructuring after failing to qualify for European competitions and is focusing on young Bundesliga talents to strengthen various positions.