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Loaned to Galatasaray Bitshiabu has been loaned to Galatasaray from Leipzig, according to his parent club.

Impact Bitshiabu is on his way out of Germany for the season and potentially for good, as the defender had joined Galatasaray in Turkey, with the Turkish club holding an option to buy. He served in more of a rotational role with Leipzig last season as he struggled to see time for stretches of the season, earning eight starts in 11 appearances. A more advanced role could come with Galatasaray, potentially forcing a permanent move.

SEPTEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Season-high blocks in clean sheet Bitshiabu recorded five clearancesand one interception in Saturday's 1-0 win over Monchengladbach.

Impact With Castello Lukeba sidelined through injury, Bitshiabu stepped in at the heart of the defense and delivered a commanding display. He led the side with a season-high two blocks, while also registering five clearances and one interception, helping secure his second clean sheet in five league starts this season.

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

Option Saturday Bitshiabu (strain) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Leverkusen.

Impact Bitshiabu has shaken off his strain and is with the team after training this week, with the defender an option from the bench. He was more of a depth option before the injury and is likely to return to that role moving forward.

DECEMBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Trains with team Bitshiabu (strain) was back in team training Tuesday, according to his club.

Impact Bitshiabu was sidelined for a few weeks with a muscle injury but appears to be nearing a return, as the defender was able to train with his teammates. He will now continue to test his fitness and work towards Friday's match against Union Berlin, potentially fit for that match.

DECEMBER 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sidelined several weeks Bitshiabu has suffered a muscle injury over the break and will miss several weeks due to the injury, according to his club.

Impact Bitshiabu was dealing with some issues over the break, and after a bit of testing, it was determined he suffered a muscle injury. Unfortunately for the club, he will be sidelined for several weeks and likely miss out until December, leaving them without a defensive replacement in the defense. That said, he has only started in one of his two appearances this season, likely to have Castello Lukeba and Willi Orban to start in the center of the defense moving forward.

NOVEMBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Signs contract extension until 2029 Bitshiabu has signed a contract extension with Leipzig until 2029, the club announced. "We are delighted about the early contract extension with Chad, one of the Bundesliga's most...

Impact Bitshiabu joined Leipzig in the summer of 2023 from Paris Saint-Germain and has become a defensive pillar for the German side. He appeared in 25 games this season across all competitions and helped the team secure three clean sheets. His consistency and physical presence have made him a key part of the backline.

JUNE 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ends as starter Bitshiabu made 21 appearances (13 starts), mostly in the second half of the Bundesliga.

Impact Bitshiabu opened the season as a bench option, with limited chances on the pitch. By the end of the season he'd made himself a valuable part of the starting XI, largely partnering Willi Orban in the starting XI. If he can continue to progress, Bitshiabu should be among the starting options next season.

MAY 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Back from suspension Bitshiabu is no longer suspended and is an option moving forward for the club.

Impact Bitshiabu has cleared his ban due to the straight red card he picked up against Frankfurt, with the defender set to return in their next contest. He has been a regular starter for Leipzig in the backline and is expected to return directly to the starting XI.

MAY 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sees red Sunday Bitshiabu was shown a straight red card in the 50th minute of Sunday's match against Frankfurt.

Impact Bitshiabu was sent off in Sunday's clash which left his teammates down to ten men. He will be suspended for their next contest against Bayern on Saturday at least. His absence will force a change in the backline with Castello Lukeba likely starting in the central defense against the Bavarians.

APRIL 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Active going forward Bitshiabu generated two shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus SC Freiburg.

Impact Bitshiabu had plenty of chances to get forward during Saturday's draw, making surprising strides in the attack despite his role at center-back. Leipzig controlled the match throughout, giving Bitshiabu chances to pop up in the attack occasionally. He's still not likely to be a consistent offensive producer going forward.

MARCH 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Leipzig player misses Bundesliga game after being late for bus

Leipzig defender El Chadaille Bitshiabu missed his team’s Bundesliga match at Augsburg because he was late for the bus

FEBRUARY 15, 2025 • Associated Press

Option as sub Bitshiabu (strain) is on the bench for Sunday's match versus Frankfurt.

Impact Bitshiabu will get the start on the bench after missing the last few weeks with a strain. He's been used as a back up option at center back, starting just twice in six league appearance during his second year with the side.

DECEMBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Fit for play Bitshiabu (strain) is an option for Sunday's match against Frankfurt, according to his club.

Impact Bitshiabu is in for a return Sunday, as he has trained fully and is back with the team. This is great news for the defender, ending a five-match absence on the sidelines. He only started in three of his eight appearances before injury and will probably serve off the bench in his return.

DECEMBER 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers injury Bitshiabu is out for the time being due to a muscle injury, according to his club.

Impact Bitshiabu has met an unfortunate fate during the break, as he will now miss time after suffering what appears to be a strain. He has no set timetable, although he is expected to miss out for several weeks. He will likely return some time in December, hoping to see no setbacks in his recovery process.

NOVEMBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting in back three Bitshiabu (thigh) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Leverkusen.

Impact Bitshiabu will make his season debut after missing out on last week's match against Bochum through injury. The defender lines up in the Leipzig back three as the away side look to match Leverkusen's formation for Saturday's clash.

AUGUST 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Will train ahead of home opener Bitshiabu (thigh) passed his rehab fitness and will train ahead of Saturday's match against Bochum.

Impact Bitshiabu is on the right track to make his season debut Saturday following a thigh injury picked up in preseason. If fit, the defender will likely start on the bench, having only made six league appearances in 2023/24.

AUGUST 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Will train next week Bitshiabu (thigh) is set to return to training next week ahead of Aug 24 opener against Bochum.

Impact Bitshiabu is making great progress from his thigh injury as he is expected to return to team training next week. Though slim, he could be an option Saturday, depending on his fitness and form. The defender is only expected to keep a bench role for the new season, having appeared just six times in 2023/24 Bundesliga play.

AUGUST 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out a few weeks Bitshiabu has suffered a thigh issue and will be out for the next few weeks, according to his club.

Impact Bitshiabu will not be healthy for the start of the season, with the defender having picked up a muscle issue in his thigh that will force him to the sidelines. Luckily for the club, he was;t expected to hold the biggest role, only appearing six times for 29 minutes last campaign. He will now hope for a speedy recovery, looking to return within the first few weeks of the season.

AUGUST 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Struggling for minutes Bitshiabu has made just one appearances in eight matches since returning to the first team.

Impact Bitshiabu was always going to face an uphill battle to get on the pitch since making the switch to Leipzig. The defender then picked up an injury and has been limited to just a single appearance when back with the senior side. Bitshiabu would need multiple injuries to get on the pitch consistently, with eyes on a larger role in 2024/25.

FEBRUARY 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Available off bench Saturday Bitshiabu (knee) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Dortmund.

Impact Bitshiabu will finally be eligible to make his season debut, though his chances of making an impact on the defensive line are slim, and he shouldn't have anything more than a limited role as a depth option.

DECEMBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out for UCL contest Bitshiabu (knee) is out for Tuesday's match against Manchester City.

Impact Bitshiabu is still yet to make his debut this season despite joining team training last week. It appears as if the club does not want to rush the player back into action after suffering a torn MCL. There is still a decent chance that the defender returns for Saturday's match against Heidenheim.

NOVEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Involved in team training Bitshiabu (knee) was viewed partially training with the team on Wednesday ahead of Saturday's match against Wolfsburg.

Impact Bitshiabu looks to be making progress on his recovery and could be making a return within the club's next two matches after training with the team on Wednesday. The defender is still yet to make his debut this season, recovering from an MCL tear that has left him out since August. He most likely won't be rushed back into action and probably won't play this week against Wolfsburg or Manchester City, but he could make his debut next weekend against Heidenheim.

NOVEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Trains individually Bitshiabu (knee) was involved in individual training on Tuesday, ahead of Tuesday's match against Red Star, according to the club.

Impact Bitshiabu was involved in practice on Tuesday, training individually as he works on recovering from a knee injury. The defender has trained all this week and should be heading towards training with the full squad, hopefully meaning he will be healthy soon. When he does return, he will most likely only hold a bench role, as he has yet to record any minutes with the first team this season.

NOVEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Making good progress Bitshiabu (knee) has been on pace in his recovery and is expected to return to team training in the next coming weeks.

Impact Bitshiabu tore his MCL before the season started and is in lineup make his season debut as soon as early November. He signed from PSG in July, having made six starts in 13 appearances in Ligue 1 at just the age of 18.

OCTOBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Tears MCL Bitshiabu suffered a torn MCL to his right knee and is expected to miss the first few weeks of the season.

Impact Bitshiabu will have to but his season debut on hold after suffering an MCL tear to his knee. The 18-year-old signed from PSG in the summer, totaling just six starts in 13 appearances last season in Ligue 1.

AUGUST 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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