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French starlet offered way out in January, Leeds United ready to make a move

26 December 2025 at 22:30

El Chadaile Bitshiabu has been linked with a move to Leeds United in recent weeks.

The 20-year-old French defender has struggled for regular opportunities at the German club, and he needs to move on to play more often. According to a report from Fussball Transfers, RB Leipzig have decided that they will not sell the defender in January. However, they would be willing to send him out on loan so that he can play more often.

Leeds United player signed only this summer tipped for surprise January exit

Can Leeds sign Bitshiabu?

It will be interesting to see if Leeds United can get the deal done. It is no secret that they need to improve defensively. Signing the right players will help them do well during the second half of the campaign. They need to tighten up at the back if they want to secure safety.

They are very much in the battle for survival in the top flight right now. They will not want to go down to the championship at the end of the season.

El Chadaile Bitshiabu needs game time

El Chadaille Bitshiabu of RB Leipzig in action during the Bundesliga match between RB Leipzig and 1. FC Heidenheim 1846 at Red Bull Arena on February 23, 2025 in Leipzig, Germany. (Photo by Luciano Lima/Getty Images)

Meanwhile, Bitshiabu will be desperate to play regularly. He is a talented player with a bright future. He has struggled for opportunities at the German club, playing just 202 minutes of first-team football in the league.

Moving to the Premier League could be ideal for him, and it could give him the platform to showcase his qualities regularly. Regular football at Leeds United could bring out the best in him and help him fulfil his potential.

It would also preserve his market value for the German outfit if they decide to sell him at the end of the season.

Apart from a quality defender, Leeds should invest in a reliable attacker as well.

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Talks underway for January transfer as Leeds look to sign French sensation

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By:Saikat

25 December 2025 at 16:00

Leeds United are hoping to sign El Chadaille Bitshiabu from RB Leipzig in January.

The 20-year-old French defender has struggled for regular opportunities at the German club, and he needs to move in order to play more often.

Leeds could use El Chadaile Bitshiabu

Leeds are fighting for survival in the Premier League and they have looked quite vulnerable at the back. They are currently six points clear of the relegation zone, but they need to keep improving if they want to survive in the top flight. Strengthening defensively should be a priority for them, and signing the French defender could help them.

The 20-year-old is a talented player, and he will be hungry to succeed at the highest level. He has struggled for regular opportunities in Germany, and a move to the Premier League could unlock a whole new door for him. He will look to prove himself in English football, and he will look to play regularly for Leeds.

Bitshiabu could be a future asset

The 20-year-old is a young player with a lot of potential, and he could prove to be a bargain for Leeds if they can sign him for a reasonable amount of money. It could prove to be a sound investment for them.

Leeds will need to keep improving the team if they want to compete in the Premier League regularly. It will be interesting to see if the English club follow up on their interest with an offer to get the deal done. As per TEAMtalk, they have already opened talks with the German club regarding a potential move.

The 20-year-old is not a key player for RB Leipzig, and they are unlikely to deny him a move if there is a suitable offer on the table. It will be interesting to see how the situation unfolds.

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