Kevin Kampl returns to Red Bull Leipzig, feels at home
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 12:07 PM
Last updated Aug 17, 2026
Kevin Kampl, 35, rejoined Red Bull Leipzig and expressed joy at returning to the club during their season-opening event on August 17, 2026. After spending eight and a half years with the team previously, Kampl mentioned his need for a break from football before feeling revitalized. He shared his strong emotional connection to Leipzig, recalling fond memories and the club's history, including winning the DFB-Pokal twice. While no official announcement about his role has been made, he has signaled a desire to contribute to the team moving forward.
- •Kevin Kampl rejoined Red Bull Leipzig on August 17, 2026.
- •He spent over eight years with the club previously.
- •Kampl expressed feeling 'at home' in Leipzig.
- •He highlighted winning the DFB-Pokal as career highlights.
- •No official announcement about his role has been made.
- 12:07 PMYahoo Sports — “It feels like coming home”
"Some bonds never fade, no matter how much time passes. When Kevin Kampl suddenly walked out on stage at our season-opening event, a huge cheer erupted across the Festwiese. And 'Kevko' himself quickly...
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