Castello Lukeba, RB Leipzig’s young defender with extraordinary skill, has been the target of interest from major European teams, particularly Real Madrid. Transfer analyst Fabrizio Romano estimates that his deal has a €90 million release clause that will take effect in the summer of 2025, albeit this figure may fluctuate. He further claims that teams in the Premier League and Real Madrid are closely monitoring Lukeba’s progress with the hopes of signing him in 2025.
The 21-year-old French center-back has already made a name for himself as one of the top defenders in the Bundesliga. He is now among the top players in European football as a result of his consistent performance in Leipzig.
Florentino Pérez’s main goal for Real Madrid’s defense
The 21-year-old French football player has drawn interest from elite European teams as one of the most promising players in his position. The youthful defender would be a wonderful fit for the white team’s future sporting project, according to Florentino Pérez at Chamartín.
The defender was trained at the Olympique de Lyon academy and has demonstrated in Germany that he can swiftly adjust to a high level of demand. His speed, defensive solidity, and accurate ball distribution make him a highly sought-after profile, especially for a team hoping to uphold its heritage of having the world’s top young players. Lukeba has found the perfect place to develop in Leipzig, but Real Madrid’s pursuit might finally push him to the top.
One of the most notable transactions of the next transfer window may be negotiations, as the German team seeks to maximize financial gain for one of its rising players. Lukeba is one of the most promising names in European football, and he keeps getting better.
