El Aynaoui could become a key man for RB Leipzig

Neil El Aynaoui joined RB Leipzig at the very last moment, and as kicker points out, he has made an instant case that he can influence the match for the Saxony side.

The message is straightforward: if he keeps delivering that game-changing effect, Leipzig will add a meaningful lever to the way they control matches—especially when games become tighter and momentum swings matter.

The next step for the coaching staff will be to lock in the best on-pitch fit, so they can turn early promise into consistent impact across more weeks of the Bundesliga season.

For now, kicker’s takeaway is simple: Leipzig didn’t just bring someone in on time—they landed a player who could quickly turn into one of the squad’s most important pieces.