Hector Martin told Arriyadiyah that Al Nassr made a higher offer than RB Leipzig and other European clubs for the transfer of Samu Costa.

Fabrizio Romano reported that Samu Costa received a formal proposal from RB Leipzig but agreed to a move to Al Nassr.

Mallorca's 25-year-old Portuguese midfielder Samu Costa has been identified as a potential target for RB Leipzig after being indicated by Martin Demichelis as a possible signing. He is considered an option for the summer transfer window. Costa, who has been capped six times for Portugal, joined Mallorca in August 2023 and is under contract until 2028. In the 2025/2026 LaLiga season, he made 34 appearances, scoring 7 goals and providing 2 assists. His current market value is estimated by Transfermarkt to be €15.00m. Benfica has also been linked with the player.