RB Leipzig submit a bid for Lille’s Matias Fernandez-Pardo

RB Leipzig have officially submitted a bid worth €35m plus add-ons for 21-year-old Belgian forward Matias Fernandez-Pardo, according to Fabrizio Romano.Fernandez-Pardo can play as a center forward or as a winger on either side. He joined Lille from Gent in 2024 and has made 51 Ligue 1 appearances, scoring 12 goals and providing eight assists. He has also represented the Belgium national team, making five appearances for The Red Devils after passing through the youth teams. Previously, the player had notified his club Lille that he wants to leave, but he was told that he won’t be allowed to depart this summer unless a hefty offer is received.GGFN | Brook Genene

RB Leipzig seem to be strengthening their forward line, with Christopher Nkunku also set to return to the Bundesliga on loan with an option to buy. Leipzig sold 19-year-old talented winger Yan Diomande to Real Madrid for €125 m and are building their attack wisely following the mega deal. They will be hoping these possible additions, together with new head coach Martín Demichelis, will enable them to challenge for a top-four finish.