RB Leipzig reportedly nearing deal for Burnley defender Maxime Esteve

German football club RB Leipzig appears to be on the verge of securing the transfer of French defender Maxime Esteve from Premier League side Burnley. According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, the deal is valued at a total financial package of up to 32 million euros.

Esteve, a 24-year-old left-footed center-back, joined Burnley on loan from his former club Montpellier in the spring of 2024. The English club subsequently made the move permanent, signing him to a contract that runs until 2030.

RB Leipzig is set to begin its season preparation on Monday under new coach Martin Demichelis. The club has a history of successful dealings with French defenders, with notable examples including Ibrahima Konaté, who recently transferred to Real Madrid, and Dayot Upamecano of Bayern Munich.

Currently, RB Leipzig's squad includes two French defenders, Castello Lukeba and El Chadaille Bitshiabu. However, both players have been subjects of transfer rumors, suggesting a potential need for reinforcement in the defensive line.

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for a total financial package of up to 32 million euros