Leipzig finally confirm Openda signing
At long last, RB Leipzig confirmed the capture of Belgian striker Loïs Openda on Friday afternoon.
| Löis Openda | Supporterhéninois CCO 1.0 |
The latest on the matter of the transfer fee, according to Germany's "Sport Bild" tabloid, holds that the Ligue 1 side will receive a base transfer fee of around €43 million. This sum can increase by an additional €6 million if certain performance-based incentives are met. Openda is by far the most expensive purchase in the young club's history. Dominik Szoboszlai (at €36 million) held the previous record.
Germany's Kicker Magazine actually reports that the base transfer fee, while still a record, is significantly lower. Kicker claims that Leipzig's down payment totals €36 million. RB sporting CEO Max Eberl is quoted on article published on the magazine's website as saying that his team "remained within the planned framework for the transfer fee".
The 23-year-old himself described his new station as "an incredibly exciting club" and expressed his excitement at joining a side with "top aspirations" and "huge potential". Openda also noted that RB suited his playing style "perfectly".
Grüße von Loïs ✌️😊 pic.twitter.com/zA66srci7m
— RB Leipzig (@RBLeipzig) July 14, 2023
