RB Leipzig announces the extension of Castello Lukeba

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By: Manu Tournoux

Leipzig: Castello Lukeba’s confidences on his integration

The information has been circulating since this morning. A player for RB Leipzig since last year, French defender Castello Lukeba has indeed extended his contract with the overseas club. The former resident of Olympique Lyonnais, whose lease ran until 2028, is now linked to the RBL until 2029.

“Castello Jr. stays! RB Leipzig have extended defender Castello Lukeba’s contract by one year until 2029. The 21-year-old immediately became a regular after leaving Olympique Lyonnais for the Red Bulls in 2023 and also made his debut for the French national team in October 2023. Castello Lukeba has already made 50 competitive appearances for the RBL and is currently, along with his teammates, the best defense in the Bundesliga. We look forward to continuing our journey together », Indicates the press release published on the official website of the German club. Note that the German press adds that the amount of his release clause would be €90 million.

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