Atalanta signs Eljif Elmas on loan from RB Leipzig

Atalanta confirmed the loan signing of Eljif Elmas from RB Leipzig on August 22, 2026. The North Macedonia international, formerly of Napoli, joins with an option to buy, although the transfer fee has not been disclosed. This unexpected move comes as Elmas reunites with Atalanta director Cristiano Giuntoli, with whom he previously worked at Napoli. Elmas has a career total of 19 goals and 13 assists in Serie A matches. He spent several years at Napoli, including a brief return in the current campaign.

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