RB Leipzig 'able to sign Erling Haaland for reduced fee'

RB Leipzig reportedly hold the edge in the race to sign Red Bull Salzburg forward Erling Haaland at the end of the season.

Having netted seven times in four Champions League outings this season, Haaland has emerged as a top target for numerous clubs in Europe.

However, while the likes of Manchester United, Real Madrid, Barcelona and Juventus have allegedly been quoted a price in the region of £85m, it is a different story for Leipzig.

According to Bild, the Bundesliga outfit will only have to pay £25.7m if they wish to sign the Norway international.

The reduced valuation is due to both clubs being owned by Red Bull, who may be keen to keep the 19-year-old at one of their two teams.

Haaland is not expected to leave Salzburg until the summer transfer window.