Leipzig initiate Strasbourg talks for Moreira and El Mourabet

RB Leipzig have identified Racing Strasbourg players Diego Moreira and Samir El Mourabet as primary transfer targets for the current window, according to reports from Foot Mercato. Preliminary talks have commenced with Strasbourg, and both players have expressed openness to a move to the German club.

Diego Moreira, a Belgian international with four senior caps, is reportedly valued at €50 million. The 20-year-old midfielder previously attracted interest from Borussia Dortmund and AS Roma. His potential arrival is seen as a strategic response to the departure of Yan Diomande, who has transferred to Real Madrid.

Interest in Samir El Mourabet appears to be a direct reaction to a recent injury sustained by Leipzig midfielder Assan Ouédraogo. El Mourabet, a 20-year-old Moroccan international, made 33 Ligue 1 appearances for Strasbourg last season, contributing one goal and two assists.

The Saxony-based club is currently navigating squad adjustments following Diomande’s exit and the ongoing management of Ouédraogo’s fitness. The reported interest in El Mourabet suggests Leipzig are looking to bolster their midfield options in light of these developments.

While talks have begun, the exact status of negotiations remains unconfirmed beyond initial discussions. The €50 million valuation for Moreira is a reported figure and not an official fee, and there is no guarantee that these links will result in concrete bids or completed transfers.