RB Leipzig are on the brink of a major transfer coup: 23-year-old striker Fisnik Asllani is set to leave Hoffenheim and join the German side. The deal is close to completion - but Leipzig must first free up squad space, as reported by Sky and the n-tv transfer ticker. Leipzig currently sit 3rd in the Bundesliga with 0 points and are gearing up for the new season.

What happened?

Fisnik Asllani, 23, missed his side’s opening pre-season friendly against SGV Freiberg to avoid any injury risk. The forward bagged 18 goals in 33 Bundesliga games last term and could now leave Hoffenheim for a fixed fee of around €30 million. RB Leipzig are the likeliest destination, but they’ll need to clear squad space first - either through exits or loans.

Meanwhile, Hoffenheim teammate Gift Orban has finalised his move to Turkish side Amed SK on a one-year loan. The newly promoted club is paying a €1 million loan fee, with a €4 million option to buy that becomes mandatory under certain conditions. Once his entry visa is sorted, his medical is expected next week.

Why does this matter for RB Leipzig?

For Leipzig, Asllani would be a key addition to a frontline that opened the season with 0 goals scored and 0 conceded (0-0). The 23-year-old’s tally of 18 Bundesliga goals last season would give their attack a major lift. Leipzig kick off the new campaign in 3rd place in the Bundesliga, but they need to shore up their squad.

Yet Leipzig must first free up space. The current picture shows a side needing reinforcements - and rotation. Orban, meanwhile, is off to Turkey on loan, a clear career step even if it’s temporary.

What’s next?

RB Leipzig now face the dual task of finalising Asllani’s move and reshaping the squad. If completed, the striker could feature in their first league game away to Bayer Leverkusen on 20 September 2026. Leipzig’s next opponent is set - and fans are hoping for a strong start.

Gift Orban’s switch to Amed SK is all but done. His medical is pending once the visa hurdle is cleared, and he could soon be in action in Turkey. For Leipzig, the big question lingers: what’s next for their attack?

RB Leipzig currently sit 3rd in the Bundesliga with 0 points and are preparing for the new season. Fans are watching the transfer window closely - and hoping for a flying start.