RB Leipzig manager Ole Werner has refused to confirm the extension of Brighton & Hove Albion's Brajan Gruda beyond this season.
Brighton signed the winger from Mainz 05 in August 2024, and he scored four goals and eight assists in 45 appearances. Including three goals and three assists [one goal and assist in the league] From 21 matches this season.
Fabian Herzeler's side allowed the 21-year-old to join Leipzig on loan in the winter market.
The Germany U21 international is yet to make his senior debut but is dreaming of a World Cup berth. this was one of the reasons To join the Bundesliga side on loan and the move worked out to some extent.
Werner primarily uses him as an attacking midfielder and Gruda has three goals and two assists in eight matches. Below are the Seagulls man's Bundesliga statistics per game.
- Main pass: 1.6
- Shots on target: 1.1
- Goal conversion: 21%
- Successful dribble: 1.9
- Duel won: 4.5
- Accurate pass: 80%
Last Friday, the Brighton-owned player scored two goals and an assist in Leipzig's 5-0 win over Hoffenheim.
Werner impressed with the Brighton man
Kicker spoke to the Leipzig manager and football transfers Brajan covers his quotes on Gruda as he is happy to have the attacker at his disposal.
"From the first day, we all realized that he is a player who can help us and whose character suits us perfectly," He said.
"He fits in very well with the team. He is a good footballer, understands the game and can play in multiple positions. We are very happy to have him here. He makes us better and stronger."
Leipzig did not secure any purchase options or obligations as part of the loan deal. As things stand, Gruda will have to return to The Amex after this season.
On 11 February, Game Witness Covered claims from Germany Werner's side cannot buy him from Brighton. However, that didn't stop Kicker from asking about Gruda's possible stay beyond this season.
When responding to that, Werner explained: "Everything else will be a matter that will have to be decided between the clubs and between the player and the club. For now, we are happy that he is here and helping us achieve our goals. Only time will tell."
Gruda's contract, price and agent information
The Brighton man's contract at The Amex runs until 2028, and transfer market He is worth €28m. This is currently his highest value and rises to €28m from October 2025.
To Be Sportsmanagement, headed by agent Björn Etzel, takes care of Bjarna Gruda's future. Etzel will have the task of sorting out his client's future in the summer window.
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