Offiziell | RB Leipzig leiht Eljif Elmas mit einer Kaufoption in Höhe von 18 Millionen Euro an Turin aus, Willi Orbán kritisiert den Wechsel in seinem neuesten Interview

In a significant move during the winter transfer window, RB Leipzig has announced the loan of North Macedonian midfielder Eljif Elmas to Italian Serie A club Torino. The deal includes an €18 million purchase option, allowing Torino to make the transfer permanent at the end of the loan period. This decision has sparked considerable discussion within the football community, notably drawing criticism from RB Leipzig’s captain, Willi Orbán.Eljif Elmas’s Journey to RB LeipzigEljif Elmas, born on September 24, 1999, in Skopje, North Macedonia, began his professional career with Fenerbahçe in the Turkish Süper Lig. His impressive performances caught the attention of Italian giants Napoli, who secured his services in 2019. During his tenure at Napoli, Elmas developed a reputation as a versatile midfielder, capable of playing in various positions across the midfield and attack.In December 2023, RB Leipzig completed the signing of Elmas from Napoli for a reported fee of €24 million, with an additional €1 million in potential bonuses. The Macedonian international penned a contract extending until 2028, signaling the club’s long-term vision for his role within the team. At the time, Elmas expressed enthusiasm about joining one of Germany’s top clubs and contributing to their ambitions.Challenges at RB LeipzigDespite the high expectations accompanying his transfer, Elmas struggled to find his footing in the Bundesliga. Under the management of Marco Rose, he found limited opportunities to showcase his abilities. Over the course