Stoke City are making a late move for Auxerre striker Paul-Georges Ntep.
The France U21 international has held talks with QPR this month and also been linked with Arsenal.
L'Equipe says Stoke have tabled a bid for Ntep in the last 24 hours.
However, Ligue 1Rennes are rated as favourites for the youngster.
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