SpotlightBundesligaUnverified source· 22 Jul 2026
Leipzig's Reitz sets sights on Germany call-up
After joining RB Leipzig, Rocco Reitz has his eyes on the national team.
R. Reitz
player
Age
24
Position
Midfielder
Club
RB Leipzig
Previous club
Borussia Mönchengladbach
Key stat
Never scored more than 6 Bundesliga goals in a season
What happened. Rocco Reitz outlined his ambitions after joining RB Leipzig, including a Germany call-up and Champions League success.
- Reitz wants to stay in the Champions League, not just play one year.
- He aims to go far in the DFB Cup, possibly the final.
- Reitz could debut against Eintracht Trier on 22 August.
“I want to score as many goals as possible, even though the team's success comes first.”
— Rocco Reitz
Reitz is seen as a long-term replacement for Xaver Schlager at Leipzig.
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