The 24-year-old Romanian centre-back has struggled for minutes at Tottenham and is now looking to leave in search of consistent playing time. According to reports, he has already given the green light to a transfer and is keen on joining a German club this summer.
Tottenham are said to be open to selling him for around €20 million, a fee the interested Bundesliga side is willing to match. The key issue now is whether all parties can finalize an agreement in the coming weeks.
After impressing during his spell in Italy, a move to Germany could offer the defender a fresh opportunity to reignite his career. RB Leipzig’s progressive setup could provide the regular minutes he currently lacks, making the move an attractive prospect.
Widely regarded as a talented defender with strong potential, staying on the bench in North London risks slowing his development. A transfer could be vital for his growth, and it remains to be seen how quickly he can adapt and establish himself in Germany.
His agent, Florin Manea, has already traveled to Germany for talks and was present at Leipzig’s recent match against Union Berlin.
Tottenham signed him from Genoa in 2024 for about €25 million, and selling him now would allow the club to recoup much of that fee. Should the move happen, Spurs will then need to find a suitable replacement.
