Report: Leipzig loanee Eljif Elmas could stay at Torino beyond summer

The 65-cap North Macedonian midfielder could make a permanent switch to the Turin based club if they can pay the release clause.

Loaned out RB Leipzig player Eljif Elmas is likely to stay at Torino beyond this season, Sky Sports Germany reports.

The 25-year-old who arrived in Turin back in January has since made 4 Serie A appearances and scored 3 goals in the process. 

Torino are believed to be very happy with the North Macedonian’s output so far and could imagine activating the purchase option of €18million in summer. 

Alternatively, if Torino decides against a permanent deal, Leipzig will use the agreed €18million as a basis for negotiations with other parties. 

This fee could raise ever so slightly if the midfielder continues to deliver on the pitch. 

Elmas’ market value has already risen to €12million according to Transfermarkt.com and other clubs are believed to be interested.