RB Leipzig midfielder Rocco Reitz is on his way to fulfilling his dream of the Champions League. The 24-year-old looks forward to the reunion with Borussia Mönchengladbach at the Bundesliga kick-off on August 29. "There was definitely a slight smile, but I'm looking forward to it. Especially to the guys, because I didn't really say goodbye to all of them", said Reitz.

What's happening?

Rocco Reitz transferred from Borussia Mönchengladbach to RB Leipzig in April and will take over from Xaver Schlager. The 24-year-old midfielder was met with protests from the Gladbach fans against their own captain, who had worn the Gladbach jersey since he was seven years old. "Whoever wants this can never be our captain", the fans wrote on a banner and whistled their own player with a referee's whistle at every ball contact.

Why is this important for RB Leipzig?

Reitz' transfer from Borussia Mönchengladbach to RB Leipzig is an important step for the club. The 24-year-old midfielder will take over from Xaver Schlager and bring experience and skills to the team.

What comes next?

RB Leipzig starts the new season with a home game against Eintracht Frankfurt on February 20, 2027. The club is currently third in the Bundesliga with 0 points. The 24-year-old midfielder Rocco Reitz is on his way to fulfilling his dream of the Champions League. The club is currently without the injured Viggo Gebel.

How does it go on?

Reitz' transfer from Borussia Mönchengladbach to RB Leipzig is an important step for the club. The 24-year-old midfielder will take over from Xaver Schlager and bring experience and skills to the team. The club starts the new season with a home game against Eintracht Frankfurt on February 20, 2027. The club is currently third in the Bundesliga with 0 points. The 24-year-old midfielder Rocco Reitz is on his way to fulfilling his dream of the Champions League. The club is currently without the injured Viggo Gebel.