- Fisnik Asslani's transfer to RB Leipzig is off after medical issues, with Hoffenheim confirming the collapse.
Medical concerns end Leipzig move of Asslani
Fisnik Asslani’s move to RB Leipzig has collapsed due to concerns during the medical with the German club, according to official confirmation from Hoffenheim. The 23-year-old Kosovan international has already agreed to a long contract with Leipzig until 2031, and the German club was set to pay a transfer fee of €25 million to Hoffenheim to secure his signature as per Philip Hinze of Sky Sports Germany, but now the deal is called off.
The player was on the radar of multiple European clubs, including Barcelona, but his preferred destination was RB Leipzig, as the Catalans prioritized Julian Álvarez for the striker role. Borussia Dortmund is also monitoring the player, as their first-choice striker, Serhou Guirassy, is set to leave the club.
Hoffenheim back Asslani after failed transfer
"The fact that this transfer is no longer happening is anything but bad news for us from a sporting perspective. We have complete confidence that Fisnik is capable of performing at the highest level, both physically and on the pitch."
"We stand by our player. Fisnik played a key role in our success last season, completed pre-season to his usual high standard, and will rejoin the squad in training next week."
What happens next for the striker?
He impressed multiple clubs with his performance for TSG Hoffenheim last season, where he netted 10 goals and 7 assists in the striker role. His ability to come deep in the midfield to receive the ball and link up with his teammates makes him a standout candidate in the striker market.
With three weeks remaining in the transfer window and interest from several European clubs, Asslani's future is still expected to be one of the stories to watch before the deadline.