RB Leipzig and Benfica pursue Cologne’s Jakub Kaminski transfer

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Last updated Jul 4, 2026

RB Leipzig and Benfica pursue Cologne’s Jakub Kaminski transfer
Summary

RB Leipzig and Benfica have expressed interest in acquiring Jakub Kaminski from Cologne. The 24-year-old Polish winger is available for €20 million due to a release clause that expires in mid-July. Previously, Brighton & Hove Albion was viewed as the frontrunner for Kaminski's signing. He played all 34 league matches for Cologne last season, contributing seven goals and three assists.

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  • Jakub Kaminski available for €20 million due to release clause.
  • RB Leipzig and Benfica join Brighton in the pursuit of Kaminski.
  • Kaminski scored seven goals and provided three assists last season.
  • The release clause is valid until mid-July.
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  • 9:30 PMYahoo SportsTwo clubs join the race for Cologne’s Jakub Kaminski
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Bundesliga club RB Leipzig and Portuguese side Benfica are both interested in signing 24-year-old Polish winger Jakub Kaminski, according to The Express. Kaminski is free to leave for €20m due to th...

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