RB Leipzig says Palacios stays in the squad

RB Leipzig has confirmed that Exequiel Palacios is not currently on the transfer list. According to Sky information, there are no verified reports from Argentina indicating a sale of the Argentine midfielder. The club continues to keep the 25‑year‑old player in its plans for the upcoming season.

Why did the rumor start?

Rumors about Palacios began when Argentine media in the spring speculated that the player wanted to return to Europe. However, the stories were never backed by official sources. RB Leipzig's sporting director, Peter Strobl, dismissed the speculation and emphasized that the team is focusing on the current campaign, especially after the last result – SC Freiburg 4‑1 RB Leipzig on May 16 2026 – which left the side still searching for consistency.

How does this fit into the current season?

The Red Bulls finished the 2025 season in third place in the Bundesliga with 65 points, recording 20 wins, 5 draws and 9 losses. They scored 66 goals while conceding 47, giving a +19 goal difference. Despite this solid finish, they sit 24 points behind leaders Bayern München. The recent form (LLWW) shows two wins and two defeats in the last four games, with the most recent two matches lost.

What does this mean for the future?

Since Palacios is not for sale, RB Leipzig is likely to look for midfield reinforcements to address the gaps exposed in the lost games. Coach Marco Rose may target creative options in the coming weeks while still utilizing the current squad depth. For fans, this means a potential Palacios transfer is not expected in the next months, and the team will concentrate on preparing for the new season.

Bottom line

Even though media interest in Palacios persists, he remains at RB Leipzig. The club is focusing on improving its record and climbing back to the top of the table. The next weeks will reveal which player profiles the management targets to close the gaps and overtake the competition.