RB Leipzig signs Brazilian forward Romulo

• Romulo signed a contract with Leipzig for five years
• The transfer of the Brazilian is valued at 20 million euros
• The forward scored 17 goals last season in Turkey

Leipzig, Germany — The football club Leipzig announced the signing of Brazilian forward Romulo, who will replace Benjamin Sesko, who moved to Manchester United. The 23-year-old player signed a contract for five years, which will last until June 2030. According to information, the transfer amounted to approximately 20 million euros, with possible bonuses up to 5 million euros.

Romulo last season played for the Turkish club Goztepe, where he scored 17 goals in local competitions. According to Leipzig's sporting director, Marcell Sabitzer, the player combines physical data with technical skill and has a great eye for goal. He can play both as a classic forward and in more varied roles.

Leipzig will start a new season in the German Cup, having played against the fourth division club Schandhausen, and already on August 22, there will be a match against Bayern Munich in the Bundesliga.

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