PSV 
Marseille 
- 11 October
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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. |
|
|
79.3
90.9
|
Yankuba Minteh |
 Brighton
|
€47.2M |
|
78.4
85.2
|
Callum Hudson-Odoi |
 Nottingham
|
€28.2M |
|
78.3
78.3
|
Marcus Rashford |
 Barcelona
|
€54.5M |
|
77.6
82.1
|
Antony |
 Real Betis
|
€40.2M |
|
75.8
81.7
|
Khvicha Kvaratskhelia |
 PSG
|
€71.4M |
|
72.5
80.5
|
Ansu Fati |
 Monaco
|
€7.7M |
Other interesting rumours
| Player | From / To | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ayodele Thomas | 23-09-2025 | Report | |
| Robin van Duiven | 01-09-2025 | Report | |
| Neymar | 30-07-2025 | Report | |
| Ismael Saibari | 18-07-2025 | Report | |
| Igor Paixão | 09-07-2025 | Report | |
| Jordan Henderson | 24-06-2025 | Report | |
| Malik Tillman | 23-06-2025 | Report | |
| Noa Lang | 23-06-2025 | Report |
Johan Bakayoko
F, M (R)
Skill: 75.7
Pot: 84.0
Team
RB Leipzig
RB Leipzig
Contracted Until
30 Jun 30
ETV
€37.7M
The Estimated Transfer Value (ETV) is calculated by the Player Valuation Model, that calculates the accurate transfer fee for a given player.
ETV Range
€33.9M – €41.5M
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Who is Johan Bakayoko?
Johan Bakayoko (BEL) is a an inside forward 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 has also been used as a classic winger and as a wide playmaker.
Johan Bakayoko's current transfer value is between €33.9M and €41.5M. His last transfer was from PSV to RB Leipzig in 2025. RB Leipzig paid PSV €18M for Johan Bakayoko.
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