"Top European clubs are lining up to sign a new defender and at the centre of it is 22-year-old French centre-back Castello Lukeba. Clubs across England are lining up for the highly rated defender from RB Leipzig, with Chelsea currently leading the winter chase, sources close to the agents industry have informed CaughtOffside. But they are not alone, Liverpool, Manchester United, and even Newcastle United are keeping close tabs, demonstrating just how in demand Lukeba has become."
"Lukeba began his senior career with Olympique Lyonnais before moving to Leipzig in 2023. Since then, he's established himself as a regular starter in the Bundesliga. Castello Lukeba is a perfect example of a modern day CB What makes him especially appealing is his profile: a physically robust, ball-playing centre-back with athleticism. Leipzig value him highly, and his current contract reportedly runs until 2029. The defender has made 12 appearances for RB Leipzig so far this season."
"Originally, Lukeba's contract carried a 90 million release clause, a number that naturally scared many suitors away. However, recent developments have shifted the math significantly in favour of potential buyers. Leipzig may be open to letting him go for around 60 million in January, a marked discount from the clause. Additionally, the clause is slated to drop to about 80 million next summer, which may further ease negotiations and intensify the bidding war."
Castello Lukeba is a 22-year-old French centre-back who began his senior career at Olympique Lyonnais and moved to RB Leipzig in 2023. He has established himself as a regular starter in the Bundesliga and made 12 appearances this season. Leipzig value him highly and his contract reportedly runs until 2029. Lukeba is a physically robust, athletic, ball-playing centre-back that fits the modern profile. Clubs across England including Chelsea, Liverpool, Manchester United and Newcastle are tracking him, with Chelsea reportedly leading the winter pursuit. Leipzig may accept around €60 million in January, down from a €90m clause.
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