Overview
- RB Leipzig accepted Kampl’s request to rescind his contract, with the club and player framing the decision as driven by family circumstances.
- In a public letter, Kampl cited the sudden death of his brother Seki in October and his father’s illness as the reasons for stepping away.
- He leaves after more than eight years at Leipzig with 283 appearances, 10 goals, 23 assists and three major trophies, including two German Cups and a Supercup.
- Reports stress there was no serious injury or dispute with the club involved in his departure.
- Kampl said a return to professional football is not ruled out, though he considers it unlikely for now as he focuses on his family.