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Kevin Kampl Ends RB Leipzig Tenure to Care for Ill Father

The longtime midfielder says family loss has made time at home his priority.

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.