RB Leipzig, after nearly securing a deal for Noah Okafor from AC Milan but finding his physical condition unconvincing, shifted their focus to Timothy Weah, the versatile American international playing for Juventus. Leipzig proposed a loan arrangement with an option to purchase Weah, who remains under contract with Juventus until June 2028. Weah, having scored 4 goals and made 2 assists in 13 Serie A matches this season, was identified as a key target for the club. Nevertheless, Juventus swiftly indicated that Weah, who has been influential 8 times across all competitions this season, is not available for transfer and will not be leaving the club, leading Leipzig to continue their search for another offensive player.