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The rise of RB Leipzig has captivated fans. The football club's made a feature of its youthful squad and its sporting director says they'd never hire 'too old' stars like Ronaldo or Messi. They're on top of the Bundesliga right now, but can they do a Leicester? Our resident expert in German football, Thomas Dahlhaus, explains why the club inspires envy and derision in equal measure.

(Photo: Leipzig fans during the game against Schalke on 3rd December. Credit: JENS SCHLUTER/AFP/Getty Images)