Softfootball reports that Exequiel Palacios, currently with Bayer Leverkusen, is considering leaving the club after a six-and-a-half-year tenure, with interest from Ipswich Town and RB Leipzig increasing ahead of the upcoming season.
No firm agreements have been made with either club as of yet, but the 27-year-old Argentine midfielder is weighing his options while Bayer Leverkusen prepares for an active transfer period.
The possible exit of Palacios coincides with Bayer Leverkusen’s ongoing squad adjustments, following the recent acquisition of Spanish left-back Miguel Gutiérrez from Napoli. Additional modifications are anticipated as the transfer window nears its conclusion.
RB Leipzig is seen as a key competitor for Palacios’s signature, with Argentine manager Martín Demichelis interested in strengthening his midfield with a fellow countryman. Joining Leipzig would enable Palacios to stay in the Bundesliga while continuing to compete at a high level.
Meanwhile, Premier League’s Ipswich Town is patiently observing developments, considering Palacios as an impactful addition who could provide experience, leadership, and skill to their midfield.
