RB Leipzig tipped to sign PSV Eindhoven winger Johan Bakayoko

According to reports from Kicker, RB Leipzig have identified PSV Eindhoven winger Johan Bakayoko as a strong candidate to replace Dani Olmo this summer. With Olmo’s recent transfer to Barcelona, Leipzig are now in a position to make a serious bid for Bakayoko, who has been on their radar for some time.

Johan Bakayoko has been an influential figure for PSV Eindhoven, appearing in 87 matches for the Dutch club. During his tenure, the 21-year-old winger has contributed significantly to the team’s success, scoring 22 goals and providing 20 assists. His performances have drawn attention not only from RB Leipzig but also from Bayern Munich and several Premier League clubs, indicating his rising profile in European football.

Bakayoko was born in Belgium to a Rwandan mother and an Ivorian father, giving him the option to represent any of these nations on the international stage. However, he chose to play for Belgium, the country of his birth. So far, he has made 14 appearances for the Belgian national team, scoring one goal. His international experience at such a young age speaks volumes about his potential and the faith that Belgium has placed in him as a future star.

Earlier reports suggested that RB Leipzig’s interest in Bakayoko was hindered by financial constraints, particularly given the winger’s high valuation. It was believed that Leipzig would need to offload a key player to free up the funds necessary to meet PSV’s asking price of €45 million for Bakayoko. With Dani Olmo’s transfer to Barcelona now finalized, Leipzig have the financial flexibility to pursue the Belgian winger aggressively.

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Marco Rose, the head coach of RB Leipzig, reportedly views Bakayoko as the ideal replacement for Olmo. Unlike Olmo, who primarily operates as a central attacking midfielder or a number ten, Bakayoko is a winger by trade. Rose’s strategy appears to involve bringing in a player with the ability to cut inside from the wings, offering a different tactical approach to what Olmo provided. Bakayoko’s skill set aligns perfectly with this vision, making him a prime target for the club.

Standing at 179 cm, Bakayoko possesses the physical attributes and technical skills to thrive in the Bundesliga. His versatility on the flanks and his knack for scoring and creating goals make him a valuable asset for any top European club.

Johan Bakayoko is a key target for RB Leipzig as they look to fill the void left by Dani Olmo’s departure. With the financial resources now available following Olmo’s transfer, Leipzig is well-positioned to meet PSV’s valuation and bring Bakayoko to the Bundesliga.

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Bologna-born Giuseppe Bianchi has spent more than a decade living in Rome and writing about Italian football, Spanish football and the Premier League for various Italian football portals and now he writes about European football for Euro Football Rumours. He's been thinking about football transfers pretty much nonstop since the 1990 FIFA World Cup in Italy. Aside from writing, he likes to spend his time fishing and rock climbing.