RB Leipzig are tracking Ruud Nijstad, an 18-year-old centre-half for FC Twente. RB Leipzig, along with Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund, have sent scouts to watch him repeatedly in recent weeks. More than a dozen clubs across Europe are monitoring the Netherlands youth international. Barcelona had previously held talks but were reluctant to exceed a €10 million figure that came from Twente's side of the discussions. It was also understood that Nijstad was unconvinced by their development plan. The most significant movement is now said to be coming from England. It is claimed that Chelsea’s owners and Manchester City’s parent company are actively working on the situation. Tottenham, Aston Villa, Newcastle United, Brighton, and Brentford have also reportedly checked on the player. Nijstad's contract with Twente is valid until June 30, 2027. He has a current market value of €700k, according to Transfermarkt. He has 6 caps and 1 goal for the Netherlands U18 team and has made 9 appearances in the Eredivisie this season, providing one assist.