Leeds United
‘Yes, should happen’: Phil Hay has just delivered an exciting Leeds transfer update
Leeds United have made two signings already, but they are looking to make a few additions before the end of the transfer window. Sky Italia journalist, Gianluca Di Marzio, has claimed today that Leeds are close to securing their next signing in the form of Crysencio Summerville. The report added that the Feyenoord forward could arrive on Wednesday. And now, Phil Hay of The Athletic, arguably the most reliable journalist concerning Leeds United, has given credence to the rumour, saying the deal should go through. yes, should happen — Phil Hay (@PhilHay_) September 9, 2020 Leeds have been heavily linked with a move for Udinese forward Rodrigo de Paul, but it seems the 18-year-old forward is heading towards Elland Road instead. It has been reported that Summerville is very close to ...
Report confirms Radrizzani’s approach for 26-yr-old, Leeds will have to pay €40m
Leeds United have been linked with a move for the Argentine midfielder Rodrigo de Paul this summer. According to reports (h/t Sportwitness), Udinese have turned down the first approach from Leeds United president Andrea Radrizzani. The Italian outfit will only sell the midfielder for a fee of around €40 million and it will be interesting to see if Leeds come back with an improved offer for the player. Marcelo Bielsa needs to add more creativity and depth to his midfield and De Paul could prove to be a quality signing for him. Leeds United have already improved their attack with the signing of Rodrigo from Valencia and De Paul could improve them massively in the midfield. The Whites have returned to the Premier League after 16 years and they will be looking to make their mark in the top fli...
Aston Villa man sends four-word reaction to Leeds star’s latest Instagram post
It was a huge day for all Leeds fans as Kalvin Phillips made his debut for the England national team against Denmark on Tuesday. The 24-year-old midfielder was named in Gareth Southgate’s starting lineup. The local lad from Leeds did well in his first outing for the Three Lions as the game ended goalless. Phillips has taken to social networking site Instagram to share his reaction. He wrote that it was an immensely proud moment for him and his family. The midfielder received a number of positive replies from both players and fans. He got positive responses from the likes of Tyler Roberts, Matty Cash, Jack Grealish, Chelsea’s Tammy Abraham and former Whites teammate Lewis Cook. Phillips made more successful tackles than any other player on the pitch. The midfielder will get plenty of o...
Andrea Radrizzani’s reaction as Kalvin Phillips prepares to make his England debut
Leeds United midfielder Kalvin Phillips makes his debut for England tonight against Denmark in the Nations League, and it’s a huge feat for someone who has never played in the English Premier League. The 24-year-old scored twice and assisted two others in 40 appearances for Leeds last term, helping them seal top-flight promotion following a 16-year absence, and his performances definitely caught the eyes of Three Lions manager Gareth Southgate. Phillips is the first Leeds player to play for England since 2004, and Whites owner Andrea Radrizzani has reacted thus to the achievement on Twitter: Proud of you @kalvinphillips well deserved 👏👏💪 #ALAW https://t.co/IYvMyeCZol — Andrea Radrizzani (@andrearadri) September 8, 2020 The Leeds star will look to impress against the...
Eberechi Eze makes PFA Championship Team of the Year
Crystal Palace new signing Eberechi Eze has been included in the PFA Championship Team of the Year. The PFA made the announcement which was published on their verified Twitter handle on Tuesday. Eze’s inclusion is due to his impressive performance for former club Queens Park Rangers last season. The 22-year-old scored 13 goals and provided eight assists in 45 Championship appearances for QPR. He was voted QPRs Players’ Player of the Year, the Supporters’ Player of the Year and the club Player of the Year. The PFA Championship Team of the Year was dominated by newly promoted Leeds United who have four players: Luke Ayling, Ben White, Liam Cooper and Kalvin Philips. Other players in the list are Brice Samba of Nottingham Forest, West Bromwich Albion’s Romaine Sawyers, Aleksandar Mitrovic and...
Fabrizio Romano delivers exciting update on Leeds’ latest bid for Gvardiol
According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, Leeds United have submitted a new bid for Dinamo Zagreb centre-back Josko Gvardiol. Leeds have submitted a new bid to sign Josko Gvardiol: €22m + 20% percentage on future sale. Dinamo Zagreb asked for €25m as price tag. Also RB Leipzig are in the race but made a lower bid [around €15m]. ⚪️ #LUFC #transfers @DiMarzio — Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) September 8, 2020 Zagreb want at least £23 million for the teenage sensation, but Leeds’ latest offer is £20 million with a 20% sell-on on any future sale. The Elland Road outfit aren’t the only side linked with Gvardiol, with Bundesliga side RB Leipzig also keen. However, they have tabled just a £13.6 million bid for the Croatian youth international. Leeds head coach Marcelo Bielsa ...
Journalist: Villa leading the race to sign 23-year-old Leeds target
Aston Villa are looking to bolster their attacking midfield department this season, and have been heavily linked with a move for Ollie Watkins of Brentford. Dean Smith has other alternatives as well, and it seems they are taking a keen interest in Liverpool’s Harry Wilson this summer. According to David Anderson of The Mirror, Aston Villa are ‘leading the chase’ to sign the 23-year-old winger, while Leeds are also in the hunt for his signature. Liverpool are holding out for £20m for the in-demand Harry Wilson. Leeds are long-term admirers, while Aston Villa are leading the chase. However no mooted bids have met Liverpool’s valuation. — David Anderson (@MirrorAnderson) September 8, 2020 Wilson impressed heavily last season on loan at AFC Bournemouth. However, Liverpool have made it clear th...
Premier League set to reject requests to postpone games due to Covid outbreaks
Premier League officials are set to reject requests to postpone games in the event of Covid outbreaks amongst top-flight sides, with clubs required to fulfil fixtures unless they have fewer than 14 players available. The 2020/21 season is set to begin this weekend with the division’s authorities determined to finish the rescheduled and congested campaign on time ahead of next summer’s European Championships, with clubs having been informed that fixtures will need to be fulfilled even in the event of significant coronavirus outbreaks amongst top-flight squads. According to the Mail, Premier League clubs will be required to fulfil fixtures unless they have less than 14 players available for selection, including U21 players, who they will be obliged to play in the event of such circumstances....
Report: Leeds United player’s mindset amid Celtic interest
Barry Douglas is happy at Leeds United amid interest from Celtic, according to Leeds Live. The Daily Mail recently reported of interest from Celtic in Leeds left-back Douglas. The report stated that the Scottish Premiership giants and the promoted Premier League outfit have held talks over the transfer of the 31-year-old. However, Leeds Live has claimed that the Scotland international is happy at Leeds and is a key member of the the club’s dressing room. Should Barry Douglas stay at Leeds United? Douglas is not guaranteed a place in the Leeds starting lineup, with Stuart Dallas having made that position his own last season. The Northern Ireland international is a winger by trade, but he did well at left-back in the Championship. However, the Premier League is a huge step-up, and head coach...
‘All three parties are happy’: Journalist provides exciting Leeds transfer update on two targets
Phil Hay of the Athletic has recently stated that Leeds United are in no hurry to push through the deals for their proposed targets. Marcelo Bielsa has got what he wanted. Leeds have bolstered their defence with the purchase of Robin Koch from Freiburg while they have also added significant quality on the attacking front by signing Rodrigo from Valencia. However, Leeds are looking to add more new players before the start of the new season. According to The Mirror journalist, David Anderson, Leeds are progressing in their bid to sign Josko Gvardiol from Dinamo Zagreb. The Croatia Under-21 defender is a highly talented player, and Leeds are paying a premium fee in the region of £18m to secure his signature. His wages will be low, which probably balances it out in terms of finances....
Report: Leeds want in-demand £6m versatile forward who scored nine goals last season
A host of clubs including Leeds and Wolverhampton Wanderers are reportedly interested in signing Mike Tresor Ndayishimiye this summer. According to reports from Belgium outlet Het Laatste Nieuws, as relayed by Walfoot, Leeds, Wolves, Hellas Verona, Standard Liege, and Gent are all interested in signing the 21-year-old versatile midfielder. The report claims that the highly-talented youngster could be available for a figure in the region of €7 million (£6.2m). Liege and Gent are unlikely to meet his asking price, and it remains to be seen whether Leeds and Wolves can lure him to the Premier League. He joined Dutch side Willem II on loan from NEC Nijmegen last summer. The deal was later made permanent in January after his impressive form. Marcelo Bielsa loves to work...
Report: Leeds very close to another summer signing, £17.8 million offer made for target
Leeds United are closing in on the signing of Josko Gvardiol. The newly-promoted side have been linked with the young defender for a while now and it seems that they are close to getting the deal over the line. According to reports (h/t sportwitness), the Whites have now submitted a €20m offer for the defender. German outfit RB Leipzig are keen on the player as well but their offer is around €17m. Marcelo Bielsa needs to improve his defensive options this summer and Gvardiol should prove to be a quality long term addition. The youngster is highly talented and he has a big future ahead of him and a top-class coach like Marcelo Bielsa could help him fulfil his potential. Leeds United will be hoping to make their mark in the Premier League next season and they have been quite active...
