RB Leipzig not pursuing Ole Werner extension as Champions League looms

RB Leipzig have secured Champions League qualification for the upcoming season. Head coach Ole Werner enters his final year of contract with only one season remaining. The club has indicated that a contract extension for Werner is not being pursued in the near term. Werner's contract situation follows the team's recent European qualification achievement. The qualification was earned despite the limited time left on Werner's deal. Club officials have not disclosed any immediate plans to renegotiate. The focus on the coaching contract coincides with discussions about the future of forward Moussa Diomande. Diomande's status at RB Leipzig has become a subject of speculation. No official statement has been released regarding a potential move or contract renewal. RB Leipzig’s board is expected to address both Werner’s contract and Diomande’s future during the upcoming off‑season. The timing of any decisions will align with the club’s preparation for the Champions League campaign. Stakeholders will monitor developments closely. If Werner departs, RB Leipzig will need to appoint a new manager before the European campaign begins. Diomande’s next steps will similarly influence the squad composition. The club’s next statements will clarify the direction for both.