RB Leipzig have completed the signing of Fisnik Asllani from Hoffenheim in a deal worth around €30million, with the striker’s medical already booked. Notably, the move lands before Yan Diomande’s expected departure gets finalised.

Leipzig’s Calculated Sequencing

Leipzig didn’t rush this window. Instead, the club followed a clear plan, reportedly in place for several days: sign two or three attacking reinforcements first, then give Diomande the green light to complete his medical elsewhere. Asllani’s arrival ticks that first box.

The Kosovo international chose Leipzig over Barcelona, a decision that surprised some observers given the Catalan giants’ interest. Still, personal terms came together quickly once he made his preference known. Hoffenheim, for their part, secured a strong fee for a player whose value had jumped from around €8million to roughly €35million in a single season.

Consequently, Leipzig now gain real depth up front. Asllani managed 11 goals and ten assists across 35 appearances last term, numbers that explain the release clause activation. He can play as a central striker, a support forward, or even drift wide, giving head coach genuine tactical options alongside Brazilian forward Rômulo.

Meanwhile, the timing matters just as much as the fee. By locking in Asllani before waving goodbye to Diomande, Leipzig avoid leaving their attack short-handed during a busy pre-season stretch. That sequencing reflects sporting director Marcel Schäfer’s broader approach this summer: balance the squad, then sell.

What Comes Next for Diomande

Diomande’s future now looks set to shift toward Real Madrid, though nothing is confirmed publicly yet. His exit would free up further squad space and, likely, additional transfer funds.

Interestingly, Leipzig have stressed that the two deals aren’t linked tactically. Asllani and Diomande occupy different roles, and the club wanted each transfer judged on its own merit rather than as a straight swap.

For now, attention turns to Asllani’s medical and the paperwork finalising his move. Once cleared, he’ll link up with his new teammates ahead of the new campaign, joining a Leipzig side eager to compete near the top of the Bundesliga table again. Fans can follow more transfer breakdowns and predictions on KCPredict, while further reporting on the deal is available via Sportingpedia.