What happened. RB Leipzig confirmed they will open contract extension talks with captain David Raum later this month as his current deal runs out next summer.

Raum joined in 2022 from Hoffenheim.
He became captain in summer 2025.
He has 39 caps for Germany.

“There will definitely be discussions with David and his agent. We are keen to extend his contract.”
— Marcel Schäfer

Talks are planned for later this month, with Leipzig keen to secure their captain's future.

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