Rômulo Joins RB Leipzig: Brazilian striker signs 5-year contract to replace Benjamin Sesko

Leipzig signs 23-year-old forward from Göztepe in €25 million deal

RB Leipzig signs Brazilian striker Rômulo from Göztepe in a €25 million deal, including bonuses. Read more about Rômulo's transfer and RB Leipzig's new lineup.

RB Leipzig has officially signed Brazilian striker Rômulo José Cardoso da Cruz from Turkish side Göztepe to replace Benjamin Sesko, who recently joined Manchester United. The 23-year-old striker has agreed to a five-year contract with Leipzig, running until 2030.

Rômulo's signing is part of Leipzig's strategy to revitalize their attacking lineup following a lackluster season and to fill the void left by Benjamin Sesko's departure to Manchester United.

Rômulo, the Brazilian striker, had an impressive last campaign, scoring 13 goals and providing 9 assists in 29 league matches. His impressive performance likely caught the attention of RB Leipzig, who signed him as a replacement for Benjamin Šeško.

Leipzig finished seventh last season, missing out on European football for the first time in the Bundesliga top flight. This led to a rebuild in Jürgen Klopp's first off-season as Red Bull's global head of football. Klopp's role involves advising Red Bull clubs on coaching, player development, and transfers, which might impact Leipzig's strategy in the transfer market.

From Brazil to Türkiye to Leipzig 🕺⚽ pic.twitter.com/qCQcXDrEgO

— RB Leipzig English (@RBLeipzig_EN) August 15, 2025

Rômulo's signing is part of Leipzig's efforts to strengthen their squad and return to European competition. With his skills and goal-scoring ability, he could play a crucial role in the team's success this season.

The club have signed several promising youngsters ahead of next weekend's Bundesliga kickoff, including winger Johan Bakayoko and midfielder Arthur Vermeeren.

They also have a new manager, Ole Werner.

Transfer Details:

• Transfer Fee: The deal is worth 20 million euros, potentially rising to 25 million euros with bonuses.

• Contract: Rômulo has signed a contract until 2030.

• Resale Clause: Göztepe will receive 10% of any future resale value.

About Rômulo:

• Previous Club: Göztepe (Turkish side)

• Previous Performance: 17 goals and 10 assists in 33 appearances for Göztepe last season

• Market Value: Estimated at €11 million by Transfermarkt

• Jersey Number: Expected to wear the number 40 jersey for RB Leipzig

Recent Performance:

Leipzig demonstrated their attacking prowess in a recent match against SV Sandhausen, winning 4-2. This showcases their ability to create scoring opportunities, even with the potential departure of key players like Šeško.

Key Points

• Transfer Details: Rômulo joins RB Leipzig from Göztepe on a 5-year contract worth €25 million, including bonuses

• Replacement for Sesko: Rômulo is expected to fill the void left by Benjamin Sesko's departure to Manchester United

• Rômulo's Profile: 23-year-old Brazilian striker with 17 goals and 10 assists in 33 appearances for Göztepe last season