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Neil El Aynaoui moves to RB Leipzig on loan

Overview

AS Roma midfielder Neil El Aynaoui has transitioned from focusing on his club role to becoming a significant subject of transfer speculation.

Following his participation in the World Cup with the Morocco national team, El Aynaoui returned to AS Roma training in Wales, expressing ambition to secure a regular role under coach Gian Piero Gasperini to help the club reach the Champions League. He noted that playing for Morocco provided him with extra energy, stating that playing for his country means “you almost don't feel the fatigue.”

By late August, the midfielder emerged as a primary transfer target for several clubs. Crystal Palace was reportedly leading the pursuit, and El Aynaoui had reportedly given a ‘green light’ to a move to the Premier League. While interest was noted from Manchester United, Liverpool, Everton, Aston Villa, and clubs in Saudi Arabia and Turkey, his estimated market value was approximately €30 million.

In early September, the speculation concluded with El Aynaoui moving to RB Leipzig on a loan deal from AS Roma for the 2026/27 season. The agreement includes an option to buy at the end of the season. The loan fee is approximately €4 million, with a purchase option valued between €25 million and €28 million, potentially bringing the total deal to roughly €30-32 million. The deal also reportedly includes a 20 per cent sell-on fee for Roma. RB Leipzig sporting director Marcel Schäfer praised the 25-year-old’s intensity and dynamism, noting his ability to provide versatility in central midfield roles for the Champions League participant.

Entities

Neil El Aynaoui · AS Roma · Gian Piero Gasperini · RB Leipzig · Wales

Timeline

  1. 10 days ago

    [SPORTS] 10 sources
    RB Leipzig signs Neil El Aynaoui on loan from AS Roma

    RB Leipzig has signed Moroccan midfielder Neil El Aynaoui on loan from AS Roma with an option to buy. The club also loaned defender El-Chadaille Bitshiabu to Galatasaray.

  2. 18 days ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Neil El Aynaoui targeted by Crystal Palace and Premier League clubs

    AS Roma midfielder Neil El Aynaoui is a top transfer target for Crystal Palace, amid interest from Manchester United and Liverpool. The Moroccan international's value is estimated at €30 million.

  3. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Neil El Aynaoui aims for Champions League as Roma midfielder returns

    Neil El Aynaoui returns to AS Roma after a strong World Cup with Morocco, training in Wales and seeking a regular spot under coach Gian Piero Gasperini as the club eyes Champions League qualification.

Sources

aujourdhui.ma · en.eintracht.de · football-italia.net · getfootballnewsgermany.com · lebrief.ma · saarbruecker-zeitung.de · soasians.com · sport.t-online.de · sport1.pl · tuttoasroma.it · tz.de · wochentlich.de

This summary has been updated 2 times: see revision history