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French central defender Maxime Estève has finalized his transfer from Burnley to RB Leipzig for a fee of €32 million including bonuses, according to Le Parisien. The 24-year-old signed his contract with the Bundesliga club on July 16, 2026. Estève originally joined Burnley from Montpellier for €12 million in the summer of 2024. He helped the Clarets gain promotion to the Premier League in his first season, but the team was relegated back to the Championship the following spring. The move to Leipzig represents a step up in his career, as he will now have the opportunity to play in the UEFA Champions League. The transfer was reported by Foot Mercato, citing French newspaper Le Parisien.
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The transfer of Maxime Estève to RB Leipzig is officially complete. According to Le Parisien, the 24-year-old central defender has signed his contract with the Bundesliga club, which paid €32 million (including bonuses) to Burnley.
Estève originally joined Burnley from Montpellier in the summer of 2024 for €12 million.
Career Progression
- Established himself as a starter in England
- Helped Burnley secure promotion to the Premier League at the end of his first season
- The Clarets were relegated back to the Championship last spring
Next Steps
At 24, Estève is taking a significant step forward in his career. The move to RB Leipzig will see him compete in the Bundesliga and feature in the UEFA Champions League.
Related: Bundesliga | Burnley | RB Leipzig | Maxime Estève
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Foot Mercato : Info Transferts Football - Actu Foot TransfertWestern
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RB Leipzig Nears €25-32M Signing of Burnley Defender Maxime Estève