AS Monaco accelerate efforts to sign El Chadaille Bitshiabu and react to a defensive crisis caused by injuries to key players.
The club lose Mohammed Salisu and Christian Mawissa to serious fitness problems and push management into immediate action during the winter transfer period.
Officials identify the need for a central defender and place the French-Congolese prospect at the top of the shortlist.
Bitshiabu attracts strong interest from Monaco because of his potential and his availability. The 20-year-old defender struggle for minutes at RB Leipzig and make only five appearances this season.
He joined the German side in the summer of 2023 after leaving Paris Saint-Germain, yet he fail to secure a regular role in the team.
The situation convince the former PSG player to seek a move and to revive his career elsewhere, according to reports from L’Équipe.
Monaco plan to offer Leipzig a straight loan agreement and aim to strengthen the squad quickly.
The club prefer a temporary deal without an option to buy and hope to solve immediate sporting needs.
Coaches believe Bitshiabu bring quality, youth, and adaptability to the back line.
Several competitors also enter the race and challenge Monaco’s ambitions. Olympique Lyonnais monitor the defender closely and explore similar loan conditions.
The French club search for reinforcements in defense and consider the Leipzig player as a promising solution. Lyon and Monaco both prepare proposals and wait for Leipzig to make a decision.
Prestigious clubs abroad also track Bitshiabu and increase competition for his signature. Bayer Leverkusen evaluate the possibility of a move and study his contractual status.
Manchester United show interest as well and keep an eye on the young defender.
Although United concentrate on broader structural changes and look for a successor to coach Ruben Amorim, the English giants still weigh the merits of a loan offer.
Reports suggest Leverkusen and United think about deals that include an option to buy.
Bitshiabu remain under contract with RB Leipzig until 2029 and give the German side significant control over his future.
Transfermarkt value the Villeneuve-Saint-Georges native at €15 million, a figure that underline his reputation as a top prospect.
Financial details reveal that the defender earn an annual salary of €2,830,000 in Germany.
Monaco continue discussions and work to persuade Leipzig to release the player.
The French club seek a swift resolution and aim to add depth to the squad before the window progress further.
Lyon, Leverkusen, and Manchester United prepare to respond if negotiations open formally.
The coming weeks promise decisive developments for the talented French-Congolese defender. Monaco maintain hope and pursue the loan deal as an urgent priority.
