February 12th 2025.
Castello Lukeba, a young and promising centre-back, has been making headlines lately with a potential move to a top club. According to reports from Germany, the 22-year-old is on the radar of some of the biggest names in football, including Manchester United, Liverpool, Chelsea, and Real Madrid.
Back in 2023, Lukeba made a big move from Lyon to RB Leipzig for a hefty fee of €34m. Since then, he has become a regular in the Bundesliga side's starting lineup, except for a few games missed due to hamstring injuries. Despite his young age, Lukeba has already earned a cap for the France senior team and was also a part of the team that won the silver medal at the Olympics last summer.
With his impressive performances for both club and country, it's no surprise that he has caught the attention of top clubs. Reports suggest that Real Madrid, Liverpool, Chelsea, and Manchester United are all interested in signing the talented defender. Lukeba has a release clause of €90m in his contract, and he is hopeful that one of these clubs will trigger it this summer.
Despite his experience at the highest level, there are some concerns about Lukeba's injury record this season. His hamstring problems have limited him to only 11 appearances in the Bundesliga so far. Additionally, some may question the hefty expenditure on a player who has only won the DFL-Supercup in terms of trophies.
Former Leipzig managing director, Max Eberl, who is now at Bayern Munich, spoke highly of Lukeba's abilities. He praised the youngster's tough-tackling nature, pace, positioning, and ball-playing skills. Lukeba's versatility as a left-sided centre-back in both a back-three and a back-four makes him an attractive prospect for top clubs.
Just last weekend, Lukeba showcased his talents once again as Leipzig defeated St Pauli 2-0. He played as the left-sided centre-back in a back-three formation, highlighting his adaptability and tactical awareness on the pitch. With his potential and impressive skillset, it's no wonder that he is a highly sought-after player in the transfer market.
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