Benjamin Šeško is set to be the subject of a €73m offer from Newcastle United, according to a report from Foot Mercato.
What's behind the bid?
Newcastle United are preparing to table the bid after missing out on other high-profile striker targets.
The Magpies were beaten to the signing of Hugo Ekitike by Liverpool, and Manchester City pipped them to the capture of England U21 goalkeeper James Trafford.
Why it matters for Benjamin Šeško
Benjamin Šeško, still only 21, has been waiting for a move this summer as other strikers have dominated the market.
The Slovenian international's situation is likely to intensify as the transfer window nears its close.
RB Leipzig are aware of the interest in Šeško and are bracing for serious offers.
What comes next?
Newcastle's sizeable offer could prove persuasive, despite Leipzig being under no financial pressure to sell.
The Bundesliga side will consider the bid, with Šeško's future at the club hanging in the balance.
And the transfer saga is set to continue, with Manchester City and Liverpool also interested in the Slovenian striker.
But for now, Newcastle are leading the chase for Benjamin Šeško's signature.
So the next few days will be crucial in determining the future of the young striker.
The transfer window is set to close soon, and a decision will need to be made on Šeško's future.
As it stands, Newcastle are in the driving seat, with a €73m bid set to be tabled.
The bid is a significant one, and it remains to be seen whether Leipzig will accept it.
But one thing is certain - Benjamin Šeško's future will be decided soon.