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Ankle Problems: Leipzig Faces the Possibility of Losing El Aynaoui

Ankle Problems: Leipzig Faces the Possibility of Losing El Aynaoui
Neil El Aynaoui is on loan from AS Roma. (File photo) / Photo: Jan Woitas/dpa
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Neil El Aynaoui has left the Moroccan national team early due to an ankle injury. RB Leipzig describes it as a precautionary measure. How is the key player doing?

Bundesliga club RB Leipzig faces the loss of key player Neil El Aynaoui. The Moroccan left the national team early on Wednesday due to an ankle injury. According to the federation, the 25-year-old had already arrived with ankle issues. His return was arranged in consultation with RB Leipzig.

The Saxon club does not appear to expect a lengthy absence. In a statement, the club mentioned minor lower-leg issues and noted that his departure was a precautionary measure.

The midfielder, who was signed this summer, quickly established himself in the starting lineup and is a fixture as the playmaker in the center of the field. El Aynaoui is on loan from AS Roma for one year, and a permanent transfer is currently planned. Leipzig has the option to buy him. According to reports, this option is said to be worth around 25 million euros.

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