RB Leipzig set to pursue Burnley defender Maxime Estève
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RB Leipzig are pushing to sign Burnley FC's Maxime Estève, with talks centered around a contract which will last until 2031.
Sky Germany and Sacha Tavolieri are reporting that the Frenchman is open to the move, and personal terms are not expected to be an issue.
Leipzig have verbally indicated to Burnley they are willing to pay around €25million, however that’s well below the English club's valuation.
They rate the player significantly higher at about €35-45million and are hoping that a Premier League suitor enters the race.
Behind the scenes, Leipzig are preparing for the possible departures of both Castello Lukeba and/or El Chadaille Bitshiabu.
Ultimately, there is an issue – there are currently no offers and no concrete interest for either of their two centre-halves.
As long as there is no clear indication that one of either Lukeba or Bitshiabu will leave, a deal for Estève remains on hold.
