Active in Bundesliga
Castello Lukeba
Defender #23
Age 23 years
Nationality France
Market Value €40M
Career
No transfer history
Scout Report
Our breakdown of how this player plays, built from this season's match data.
Castello Junior Lukeba is a above average SHIELD for RB Leipzig. Evidence: 0.9 Blocks/90.
Player DNA
Are they a specialist or an all-rounder? The shape tells the story.
A specialist who excels in Dribbling (69/100) but has room to grow in Workrate.
Castello Junior Lukeba Traits
Percentile rankings show how a player compares to others. 90% means they rank higher than 90% of comparable players.
vs Defenders
Height 30%
Weight 16%
Experience 34%
vs Bundesliga
Height 42%
Weight 25%
Experience 33%
Player DNA
Five dimensions that show what kind of player they are
Dribbling 69
Shooting 68
Defense 64
Workrate 17
Passing 32
Key Strength 69 Dribbling
Area to Watch 17 Workrate
Match Stats
Match-by-match record for Castello Junior Lukeba this season
| Date | Fixture | Mins | Rating | G | A | FM Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 15, 2026 | VfB Stuttgart 1-0 RB Leipzig | 92' | 7.2 | - | - | 32 |
| Mar 07, 2026 | RB Leipzig 2-1 FC Augsburg | 94' | 7.3 | - | - | 64 |
| Mar 01, 2026 | Hamburger SV 1-2 RB Leipzig | 94' | 6.6 | - | - | 64 |
| Feb 21, 2026 | RB Leipzig 2-2 Borussia Dortmund | 97' | 6.7 | - | - | 98 |
| Feb 15, 2026 | RB Leipzig 2-2 VfL Wolfsburg | 8' | 6.9 | - | 0 | 82 |
| Jan 17, 2026 | RB Leipzig 1-5 Bayern München | 92' | 5.6 | 0 | 0 | 89 |
| Jan 14, 2026 | RB Leipzig 2-0 SC Freiburg | 88' | 6.9 | 0 | 0 | 34 |
| Dec 20, 2025 | RB Leipzig 1-3 Bayer Leverkusen | 101' | 6.3 | 0 | 0 | 99 |
| Dec 12, 2025 | Union Berlin 3-1 RB Leipzig | 92' | 6.7 | 0 | 0 | 71 |
| Dec 06, 2025 | RB Leipzig 6-0 Eintracht Frankfurt | 90' | 7.6 | 0 | 0 | 65 |
| Nov 28, 2025 | Borussia Mönchengladbach 0-0 RB Leipzig | 90' | 7.9 | 0 | 0 | 38 |
| Nov 23, 2025 | RB Leipzig 2-0 Werder Bremen | 90' | 7.5 | 0 | 0 | 42 |
| Nov 08, 2025 | 1899 Hoffenheim 3-1 RB Leipzig | 0' | - | 0 | 0 | 77 |
| Nov 01, 2025 | RB Leipzig 3-1 VfB Stuttgart | 90' | 7.2 | 0 | 0 | 82 |
| Oct 25, 2025 | FC Augsburg 0-6 RB Leipzig | 90' | 8.9 | 1 | 0 | 51 |
| Date | Fixture | FM Score |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 20, 2026 | RB Leipzig vs 1899 Hoffenheim | 79 |
| Apr 04, 2026 | Werder Bremen vs RB Leipzig | 62 |
| Apr 11, 2026 | RB Leipzig vs Borussia Mönchengladbach | 69 |
| Apr 18, 2026 | Eintracht Frankfurt vs RB Leipzig | 66 |
| Apr 25, 2026 | RB Leipzig vs Union Berlin | 66 |
| May 02, 2026 | Bayer Leverkusen vs RB Leipzig | 75 |
| May 09, 2026 | RB Leipzig vs FC St. Pauli | 65 |
| May 16, 2026 | SC Freiburg vs RB Leipzig | 69 |
Player Market Value
Track Castello Junior Lukeba's transfer value changes and career value history
Current Value €40.0M
Peak Value €50.0M (Q4'24)
€50.0M €25.0M €0
Q3'21 Q4'21 Q4'21 Q1'22 Q2'22 Q4'22 Q2'23 Q4'23 Q4'23 Q2'24 Q4'24 Q2'25
Castello Lukeba is RB Leipzig’s Silver Wall, establishing himself as a foundational piece of the backline. Since arriving from Lyon, the 24-year-old Frenchman has already secured four career trophies, including the German Super Cup, marking him as a high-potential defender with a winning pedigree in the heart of the Bundesliga. His presence provides a vital structural anchor for the team's tactical setup.
Across 1,438 minutes of action, Lukeba has proven his worth by appearing in 16 matches, earning his status as a primary defensive option. He has successfully earned the SHIELD badge, reflecting an elite capacity for denial with 0.9 blocks per 90 minutes. While his Dribbling score of 73 highlights a modern specialist capable of progressing the ball under Intensity, his current form shows he is searching for rhythm. With a Balance-focused season ability of 60, he remains a reliable presence despite a temporary dip in match-to-match ratings.
Despite the current trend, his €40M market value reflects his status as one of Europe's most watched young center-backs. With interest from top-tier clubs remaining high, maintaining his Stakes in the starting lineup will be vital for his continued upward trajectory on the continent and his standing within the national team setup.