RB Leipzig is close to completing the signing of Spanish striker Marc Guiu from Chelsea. The 20-year-old is expected to put pen to paper on a permanent deal with the Bundesliga club in the coming days.
The transfer fee for the forward remains unspecified but is understood to be lower than £25 million. Guiu only joined Chelsea from Barcelona for around €6m last year. He managed just 252 minutes of Premier League football last season. A brief loan spell at Sunderland was cut short after only two appearances.
What role would Guiu play for RB Leipzig?
Marc Guiu would bolster an RB Leipzig attack that has started the new season strongly. The club currently sits 3rd in the Bundesliga table with three points from one game. They won their season opener and have a goal difference of +3, having scored three times without conceding. Manager Marco Rose is looking for additional options up front as he prepares his squad for the demands of the league and cup campaigns. The current squad roster is available on our squad page.
The young Spaniard is regarded as a classic centre-forward with good finishing ability. His move to RB Leipzig would represent a clear step to gain more playing time at a high level. There is an expectation on all sides that the deal will be completed. Guiu would join a squad in a positive moment, preparing for its next league fixture.
How does the current squad look?
The potential acquisition of Guiu is another piece in RB Leipzig's long-term squad planning. The club has a tradition of developing young talent. With a win on the opening day, the team has already shown it remains competitive despite personnel changes. Detailed team statistics for the current season can be viewed on our stats page.
Leipzig's attack scored three goals in their first match while keeping a clean sheet. This solid defensive foundation combined with efficient finishing provides a good platform for the weeks ahead. The Bundesliga standings can be tracked on our standings page.
What does the transfer mean for Chelsea?
Guiu's potential departure continues a trend of young forwards leaving Chelsea. Recently, Nicolas Jackson and Liam Delap left the club in record deals to join Aston Villa and Nottingham Forest respectively. Chelsea appears to be restructuring its forward line with a focus on more experienced players. The sale of Guiu would generate additional funds that could be used for other transfers.
The Spaniard's move to RB Leipzig is not yet officially confirmed, but all signs point to an imminent conclusion. If the transfer is finalized, Guiu could feature for his new club very soon.
RB Leipzig's next competitive match is away against 15th-placed Werder Bremen on September 5, 2026.
