The German side is set to outbid Sporting CP with a decisive improved offer, racing to secure the Spanish starlet as European competition for his signature peaks.
RB Leipzig are preparing to submit an improved offer for Sergi Altimira in the coming hours, according to journalist Matteo Moretto, as the Bundesliga club steps up its pursuit of the Spanish defensive midfielder amid growing competition from across Europe.
The report states that Leipzig’s bid is expected to exceed the proposal currently on the table from Sporting CP, which is understood to be worth €18 million plus €4 million in performance-related add-ons. Real Betis midfielder Altimira has emerged as one of the most closely monitored profiles in the market this summer, with several clubs tracking his situation as talks around a potential transfer develop rapidly.
Leipzig’s move reflects their continued strategy of targeting young, technically proficient players who can be integrated into a high-intensity system and developed over time. The club has consistently operated in this space in recent years, often competing with financially strong European sides by moving early and decisively for emerging talent rather than established stars.
According to the report, Leipzig’s internal decision-making has accelerated in recent hours, with the club now preparing to respond directly to Sporting’s structured bid. While details of the exact figure remain undisclosed, the intention is clear: Leipzig are willing to surpass the current valuation in order to position themselves at the front of the negotiation.
Now that they’ve lost the race for Eichhorn, it’s only logical that Leipzig move quickly for the next talent they rate highly, and Altimira’s profile fits the type of midfielder Leipzig have traditionally prioritized—comfortable in possession, tactically disciplined, and capable of operating within a pressing system. That combination has made him an appealing option for a club looking to reinforce midfield depth ahead of the new season, particularly in a system where physical intensity and transition play are key components.
Sporting CP, however, remain firmly in the race and are not expected to step aside easily. Their €18 million plus €4 million offer has set the initial benchmark in talks, and it has effectively triggered a response from the German side as both clubs assess how far they are willing to go to secure the player’s signature.
The coming hours are expected to be decisive. With Leipzig preparing to submit their revised bid, negotiations could move quickly depending on how Sporting respond and whether other clubs attempt to enter the race at a late stage. At this point, no final agreement is close, but momentum appears to be building around a concentrated bidding process rather than a drawn-out transfer saga.
For the Red Bulls, the move represents another calculated push in a market where timing is often as important as valuation. If successful, the deal would once again underline their approach of acting early and aggressively to secure targets before competition escalates further.
As things stand, Altimira’s future remains open, but Leipzig’s imminent offer signals that they intend to play a leading role in deciding where the midfielder ends up next season.
