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Martín Demichelis Lands First Major Striker as RB Leipzig Complete Fisnik Asllani Deal
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RB Leipzig have secured one of their priority signings of the summer, with Fisnik Asllani set to become the club's new striker.
According to Philipp Hinze of Sky Germany , the 23-year-old is travelling to Austria to undergo his medical examination before completing his move from Hoffenheim . The transfer, which has been progressing behind the scenes for several days, is now entering its final phase.
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Leipzig will pay a fee of around €25 million, while Asllani is expected to sign a contract until 2031 after successfully completing his medical tests. The striker has long been identified as the club's absolute top target for the centre-forward position.
The breakthrough follows weeks of negotiations during which Leipzig worked to create the necessary financial and squad flexibility to complete the transfer. Although the club explored several attacking profiles during the summer, Asllani consistently remained at the top of the sporting department's shortlist.
His arrival is expected to strengthen Martín Demichelis ' attacking options ahead of the new Bundesliga campaign.
Asllani enjoyed an impressive breakthrough season, establishing himself as one of Germany's most productive young forwards. His ability to combine physical presence with intelligent movement, pressing intensity and clinical finishing made him one of the most sought-after strikers on the domestic market.
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Leipzig's interest was therefore never a short-term reaction.
The club had been monitoring the Kosovo international for months, believing he possesses the profile required to lead the attack both immediately and over the long term. Personal terms were agreed without major complications, allowing negotiations to focus primarily on the transfer fee and the structure of the deal.
The agreement also reflects Leipzig's continued commitment to investing in players entering their prime rather than pursuing significantly more expensive alternatives.
Despite the expected record sale of Yan Diomandé , the club remained determined not to exceed its internal spending limits on individual transfers. Instead, Leipzig prioritised securing one of the Bundesliga's most promising forwards at a fee they considered sustainable.
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The timing of the transfer is also significant.
With the squad currently holding its pre-season training camp in Austria, Leipzig want Asllani integrated into Demichelis' preparations as quickly as possible. Should the medical proceed without complications, the striker is expected to join his new teammates immediately.
His signing represents another important step in Leipzig's squad rebuild following a summer of significant change.
Several experienced players have departed, while the club continue preparing for Diomandé's likely exit to Real Madrid . Against that backdrop, securing Asllani gives Leipzig a key attacking reinforcement before the competitive season begins.
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Barring any unexpected issues during the medical, the transfer is now effectively complete.
After days of behind-the-scenes work, RB Leipzig are finally set to land the striker they have viewed throughout the summer as their number one target.
