Florian Plettenberg has reported that RB Leipzig are pressing ahead with plans to replace Xavi Simons, who is set to join Chelsea following the Bundesliga opener against Bayern Munich. Their preferred choice is Liverpool’s Harvey Elliott, a player who has long been earmarked as one of England’s brightest midfield prospects.

RB Leipzig have agreed personal terms with Liverpool and England Under-21 midfielder Harvey Elliott, 22, as Netherlands midfielder Xavi Simons, 22, looks close to completing a move to Chelsea. (Florian Plettenberg)

RB Leipzig have agreed personal terms with Liverpool's Harvey Elliott, as they look to replace Xavi Simons ahead of his expected move to Chelsea.

RB Leipzig's new star signing Johan Bakayoko says a conversation with Jürgen Klopp persuaded him to join the Bundesliga side.

Ole Werner faces a baptism of fire as RB Leipzig head coach when his side visit defending Bundesliga champions Bayern Munich in the opening fixture of the 2025/26 season on Friday.

RB Leipzig have sent a clear message to Chelsea, warning that offers for Xavi Simons will not be entertained if they don't make economic sense.

Sesko is set to be unveiled to supporters at Old Trafford during Saturday's pre-season friendly against Fiorentina.

City’s Elite Development Squad will face AS Monaco, PSV Eindhoven, RB Leipzig and Real Madrid in the Premier League International Cup.