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Marc Guiu, a 20-year-old Spanish forward, will leave Chelsea to sign with RB Leipzig in this final stretch of the market. The agreement between both clubs is already closed, and the transfer will be completed through a permanent deal with a future resale clause for the London club.
Marc Guiu swaps Chelsea for Leipzig
Leipzig has finalized the negotiations for Guiu after discreet talks. The deal is completed with both the player and Chelsea, and the forward is already preparing for his journey to Germany.
The transfer marks the end of Guiu's time at Stamford Bridge after two seasons. Chelsea signed the attacker from Barcelona in July 2024 for a fee close to 6 million euros, as per available records.
Guiu failed to establish himself as a starter in England. In the 2025/26 season, he played 13 Premier League matches for Chelsea, with 0 goals and 1 assist, and also had a brief spell at Sunderland, featuring in 2 games.
His overall production in all competitions that season was higher than his Premier League stats alone. Available statistics credit him with 3 goals and 2 assists in 16 games, combining Chelsea and Sunderland.
Leipzig bets on Marc Guiu
The move will allow Guiu to continue his career in the Bundesliga after a lack of opportunities at Chelsea. The deal includes a percentage clause for a future sale, ensuring the English club retains a stake if the forward moves again.
Leipzig's interest comes amid changes in their attack. This week, the German side secured the return of Christopher Nkunku from Milan on a loan with an option to buy after Yan Diomande's move to Real Madrid.
Guiu arrives with room to develop his career in Germany. Born on January 4, 2006, the forward was groomed at Barcelona and made his senior debut before moving to London.
The striker also has European experience with Chelsea and was part of the team that won the 2024/25 Conference League. He netted 6 goals for the English side in that campaign, as per AS records.
Naples misses out on an attacking option
Guiu's future had attracted interest from other markets. Naples was among the clubs linked to him in recent days, though the deal with Leipzig advanced and was completed.
The Italian club wasn't the only one tracking the forward. In Spain, Sevilla was also mentioned as considering him to strengthen their attack.
Next, the focus will be on Guiu's move to Germany and his formal joining of Leipzig. The agreement with Chelsea is settled, and the permanent transfer includes a share for the Londoners in a future sale.
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