RB Leipzig nears loan agreement for El-Chadaille Bitshiabu to RC Lens
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 4:41 PM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026
RB Leipzig is close to finalizing a loan deal for El-Chadaille Bitshiabu to RC Lens as the transfer window nears its closure. Reports indicate that negotiations between the clubs are advancing quickly, with the transfer expected to occur imminently. Leipzig is focused on the defender's development and will continue to cover part of his salary during the loan. This move reflects Leipzig's long-term investment in Bitshiabu’s career, despite not including a purchase option in the agreement.
- •El-Chadaille Bitshiabu is set to join RC Lens on loan.
- •Negotiations between RB Leipzig and RC Lens are well advanced.
- •Leipzig plans to retain part of Bitshiabu's salary during the loan.
- •No purchase option is expected to be included in the deal.
- •The transfer comes as the summer window is closing.
- 4:41 PMYahoo Sports — Leipzig on the verge of loaning central defender to RC Lens
"According to Sky Germany, RB Leipzig are on the verge of loaning out El-Chadaille Bitshiabu before the transfer window closes.Bitshiabu's move to RC Lens is said to be imminent, with negotiations betw...
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