RB Leipzig starts the preparation for the new Bundesliga season without Lisa Baum and Gina Chmielinski. According to the club, the duo will leave the Saxon team after just one year.

What happened?

The 19-year-old Lisa Baum came to Leipzig from Hamburger SV a year ago and convinced in her Bundesliga debut season. The German U23 national player scored six goals and five assists.

Why it matters

«Lisa is one of the greatest talents in international football. The fact that she can already take the next step speaks for the excellent development she has taken here in a short time. Her upcoming transfer is a good solution for all parties involved», said Viola Odebrecht, head of women's and girls' football.

What comes next?

Of the ten new players in the RB team, seven were present at the start of training: Alieke Tuin, Marie Kleemann, Aude Waldbillig, Jasmien Mathys, Charlotte Hulst, Therese Simonsson and Sophie Lindner. Emanuela Pfister is currently playing for Switzerland in the U21 European Championship. The women's team of RB Leipzig is currently in 3rd place in the Bundesliga, with 65 points and a record of 20 wins, 5 draws and 9 losses from 34 games. The last match ended with a 4-1 defeat against SC Freiburg on May 16, 2026.