Desired player Konrad Laimer indicates farewell from Leipzig

Konrad Laimer, courted by the German record champions Bayern Munich, has indicated his departure from cup winners RB Leipzig. It is “quite possible that I won’t play in Leipzig next season,” said the 25-year-old at the Austrian national team’s camp in Bad Tatzmannsdorf.

According to various media reports, the transfer of the midfielder to Munich has long been taking shape. A sum of 18 to 20 million euros is under discussion as a fee for Laimer, who still has a contract with RB until June 2023.

Bayern coach Julian Nagelsmann had recently spoken out in favor of hiring a “pressing machine” and is considered a fan of Laimer, whom he coached in Leipzig. After Corentin Tolisso, the Munich side want to give up another midfielder in Marc Roca. A safe signing for the headquarters is Ryan Gravenberch from Ajax Amsterdam, whose transfer is imminent.