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Fisnik Asllani set to join RB Leipzig from Hoffenheim for €30 million

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 11:05 AM

Last updated Aug 6, 2026

Fisnik Asllani set to join RB Leipzig from Hoffenheim for €30 million

Summary

Fisnik Asllani is expected to complete a transfer to RB Leipzig from TSG Hoffenheim today, with the deal reportedly valued at €25 million plus potential bonuses rising the total to €30 million. Asllani, a 23-year-old striker, had a breakout season with Hoffenheim, scoring 10 goals and contributing seven assists. His move comes as Leipzig aims to finalize other transfers, including Yan Diomande to Real Madrid. Although Barcelona had monitored Asllani as a potential alternative to their primary target, Julian Alvarez, he will now pursue his career in the Bundesliga.

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What We Know

•Asllani's medical with Leipzig is set for today.
•The transfer fee is initially €25 million, rising to €30 million with bonuses.
•Asllani scored 10 goals in the 2025/26 season at Hoffenheim.
•Barcelona considered Asllani as a backup option in their striker search.
•Leipzig aims to finalize Asllani's signing before concluding other player transfers.

Latest Updates

11:05 AMYahoo Sports — Barcelona-linked striker set to complete €30 million move to Bundesliga club

What they're saying

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With FC Barcelona scouring the market for a new centre-forward, Julian Alvarez has been their absolute priority. However, the Blaugrana have been keeping an eye on alternatives in case the Atletico Ma...
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