Bayern Munich are among several clubs interested in RB Leipzig's 19-year-old Germany international midfielder, Assan Ouédraogo. A German report from Fussball Daten stated that Real Madrid contacted the player's representatives during the winter break. The same report noted that Manchester United and Newcastle United have scouted the teenager, viewing him as a player with potential similar to Jude Bellingham. Other Premier League clubs including Arsenal and Liverpool are also monitoring the situation. Sources have informed TEAMtalk that Chelsea have a strong interest and that Manchester United are prepared to compete with them to sign the player, while Barcelona have also reportedly sent scouts to watch him. There are conflicting reports on the transfer fee, with Fussball Daten suggesting Leipzig want €55-65 million, whereas sources have told TEAMtalk that the club would demand between €80 million and €100 million. Ouédraogo, who joined Leipzig from Schalke 04 in July 2024 for a reported €10 million, has a contract until 2029 and a current Transfermarkt market value of €28.00m. In the 2025/2026 Bundesliga season, he has recorded 3 goals and 3 assists in 12 appearances, and he has earned 1 cap for Germany, scoring 1 goal.