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RB Leipzig Extends Goalkeeper Trio Through 2027–2030

The club frames the coordinated renewals as a succession move that positions Maarten Vandevoordt to take over as starter this summer.

Overview

  • Peter Gulacsi extended to 2027, Maarten Vandevoordt to 2030, and Leopold Zingerle to 2028, the club confirmed Monday.
  • Vandevoordt is expected to become the No. 1 in the summer, with the transition outlined in coverage of the announcement.
  • Reports indicate Gulacsi will shift to a reduced playing role with mentoring duties and lower pay, though the club did not specify terms.
  • Sporting director Marcel Schäfer hailed the three goalkeepers as one of the Bundesliga’s strongest units and credited coach Freddy Gößling for their development.
  • Gulacsi, who joined in 2015 and has 360 competitive appearances, enters his 12th season as Leipzig highlighted the news ahead of a domestic cup meeting with Bayern.