Buyout fee of 23 million! Official: Leipzig 25-year-old Dutch defender Heitleida rents Sunderland from outside

September 2nd Leipzig officially announced that 25-year-old Dutch defender Heitleida joined Sunderland on loan.

Since transferring from Feyenoord Rotterdam in the summer of 2024, the defensive all-rounder has played 35 games for Red Bull (1 goal and 1 assist). Sports General Manager Marcel Schiffe said:

"Heitleida showed great potential in his first season at Red Bull Leipzig, although his playing time has been reduced in recent times. Therefore, the loan is a reasonable plan for all parties involved. "

"In Sunderland, he will get practical opportunities in the Premier League top league and achieve competitive growth. We wish him all the best in England. "

Leipzig has not disclosed the specific numbers and transfer formats. However, Romano previously revealed that it is a loan + selective buyout, the player's loan fee is 2.5 million euros and the buyout clause is 23 million euros.

25-year-old Heitleida plays as a right back and can also play a guest role as a central defender and a midfielder. She has a four-year contract with Leipzig, and Germany's turnover is worth 20 million euros.

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