PSV 
Marseille 
- 4 March
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CONFIRMED: Johan Bakayoko signs for RB Leipzig.
RB Leipzig beats Marseille to sign Johan Bakayoko. PSV accepts their €18M offer for the striker, ending the rumour of Johan Bakayoko moving to Marseille.
CONFIRMED: Johan Bakayoko signs for RB Leipzig
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Rumour report
(Latest update: )Despite ongoig transfertalk, the probability of Johan Bakayoko transferring to Marseille appears very low, with only 33% change of the deal goung trough. Here is why.
- Johan Bakayoko has few opportunities to further develop within this Marseille squad, considering his current level and potential and the role he can play in this squad.
- Marseille has a great talent in the current squad who plays in the same position as Johan Bakayoko.
- Usually, Marseille buys players who have less potential than Johan Bakayoko.
Transfer Logic score:
Pros
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Comparable age to previously attracted players
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Few better competitors for position (Mason Greenwood, Amir Murillo)
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Not many competitors with higher Potential (Mason Greenwood, Jonathan Rowe)
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Comparable value to previously attracted players
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Some direct competitors for position (Mason Greenwood)
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Comparable quality to previously attracted players
Cons
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Little chance of further development
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Potential star player in position on team (Mason Greenwood)
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More potential than previously attracted players
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Key player as direct competitor (Mason Greenwood)
Alternatives of Marseille
| Skill / pot | Player | Team |
ETV The Estimated Transfer Value (ETV) is calculated by the Player Valuation Model, that calculates the accurate transfer fee for a given player. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skill / pot | Player / Team / Position |
ETV The Estimated Transfer Value (ETV) is calculated by the Player Valuation Model, that calculates the accurate transfer fee for a given player. |
|
|
80.2
91.9
|
Jamie Gittens |
 Chelsea
|
€59.2M |
|
79.9
87.7
|
Bradley Barcola |
 PSG
|
€69.2M |
|
78.5
80.2
|
Christian Pulisic |
 Milan
|
€47.4M |
|
77.7
87.6
|
Fermín López |
 Barcelona
|
€70.8M |
|
77.6
87.1
|
Xavi Simons |
 Tottenham
|
€79.9M |
|
76.5
82.4
|
Jacob Ramsey |
 Newcastle
|
€44.3M |
|
76.5
81.1
|
Khvicha Kvaratskhelia |
PSG
|
€108.7M |
|
75.9
75.9
|
David Neres |
 Napoli
|
€25.7M |
Other interesting rumours
| Player | From / To | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Benoît Badiashile | 09-02-2026 | Report | |
| Sergio Ramos | 09-02-2026 | Report | |
| Tai Abed | 21-01-2026 | Report | |
| Quinten Timber | 21-01-2026 | Report | |
| Anis Hadj Moussa | 19-01-2026 | Report | |
| Souffian El Karouani | 02-01-2026 | Report | |
| Sacha Boey | 19-11-2025 | Report | |
| Ayodele Thomas | 07-11-2025 | Report |
Johan Bakayoko
F, M (R)
Skill: 75.8
Pot: 84.6
Team
RB Leipzig
RB Leipzig
Contracted Until
30 Jun 30
ETV
€37.6M
The Estimated Transfer Value (ETV) is calculated by the Player Valuation Model, that calculates the accurate transfer fee for a given player.
ETV Range
€33.8M – €41.4M
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Who is Johan Bakayoko?
Johan Bakayoko (BEL) is a a wide playmaker and currently plays for RB Leipzig. Johan Bakayoko is 22 years old (2003/04/20) and he is 179cm tall. His preferred foot is Left. His jersey number is 27.
Johan Bakayoko's current transfer value is between €33.8M and €41.4M. His last transfer was from PSV to RB Leipzig in 2025. RB Leipzig paid PSV €18M for Johan Bakayoko.
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