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9 goals & 11 assists: Liverpool and Leeds leading the chase for £34m-rated star
Liverpool have been linked with a move for Argentine international Rodrigo De Paul this summer. According to a report from Il Milanista, the 26-year-old is a player in demand, with Udinese valuing him at around €40 million (£34m). The report states that the Reds are likely to face competition from Leeds United, who remain interested in signing the midfielder. The Whites were heavily linked with De Paul last summer, but the Italian club’s valuation scuppered the potential transfer. Liverpool need to sign a quality central midfielder this summer, with Gini Wijnaldum expected to leave on a free transfer. De Paul has been outstanding for the Italian club this season and would be a quality addition to Jurgen Klopp’s midfield. He has bagged nine goals and 11 assists this term and would be a much...
Leeds linked with a move for £31m-rated South American this summer
Leeds United have once again been linked with a move for Uruguayan midfielder Nahitan Nandez. According to Cento Trentuno, the Premier League side are not the only ones keeping tabs on the 25-year-old, with Napoli, Inter Milan and Roma also keen. Nandez has a release clause of €36 million (£31m) in his contract, and Marcelo Bielsa has tried to sign the player in the past. Bielsa loves to play a high pressing game, and Nandez’s endurance could be very useful for Leeds next season. The deep-lying playmaker can also chip in with goals and assists. The Uruguayan has contributed to five goals from midfield this season. Nandez has the ability to operate as a right-sided midfielder, and his versatility could be priceless for Leeds as they look to build on a solid campaign. The opportuni...
Leeds could be without three first team stars for this weekend’s clash against Spurs
Leeds United have been handed a triple injury blow ahead of their Premier League clash against Tottenham Hotspur on Saturday. According to the Athletic, winger Helder Costa has been ruled out for the remainder of the season with a back injury he picked up against Manchester United on March 25. Costa missed the game against Brighton & Hove Albion at the weekend, and his absence for the remainder of the season will certainly weaken the Leeds attack. The report adds that Brazilian winger Raphinha and midfielder Kalvin Phillips could also miss out on Saturday. Raphinha has been a key attacker for Leeds this season but has been sidelined since the horrendous tackle from Manchester City midfielder Fernandinho. Phillips has a knee problem, and he will be desperate to recover in time to face t...
Leeds set to bid for midfielder with 14 goal contributions, looking to sign him before Euros
Leeds United are thought to be interested in signing the Turkish midfielder Ozan Tufan. According to fotomac, the Premier League side are expected to submit a considerable bid for the 26-year-old midfielder once the season is over. The report further states that Leeds are looking to sign the player before the European Championship begins. Tufan has a contract with Fenerbahce until the summer of 2023 and the Turkish outfit will not want to let him leave for cheap. The midfielder has five goals and nine assists to his name in the Turkish League so far this season and he could be a superb addition to Marcelo Bielsa’s midfield. The Whites are lacking someone who can add creativity and goals from the centre of the park and Tufan would be an ideal fit. Leeds have recently been linked with a simi...
Bielsa identifies priority position for upcoming window, Leeds currently shortlisting targets
Leeds United are keen on signing a defensive midfielder at the end of the season. According to Football Insider, manager Marcelo Bielsa has identified the need for more depth in that position as a top priority this summer. The report further states that club director Victor Orta is already drawing up a shortlist of potential targets. Kalvin Phillips has been the first choice defensive midfielder for Leeds this season, and the England international has done exceedingly well for Bielsa’ side. However, Leeds have struggled in his absence, and it is understandable why they want to add more depth to that position. Defensive midfield is a key position in Bielsa’s system, and it will be interesting to see who comes in to add cover for Phillips. Bielsa has had to field defenders like Robin Koch in...
Leeds star set for contract extension this summer, new deal could double his wages
Leeds United are looking to agree on a new deal with Stuart Dallas. According to Football Insider, the 30-year-old has two years left on his current deal and the Premier League side are willing to reward him with an extension and a pay rise. Dallas has been a key player for Leeds this season and his versatility has been very useful for Marcelo Bielsa. He has been ever-present for Leeds this season and has started all 33 of their Premier League matches. Apart from his quality, Dallas’s availability is a major asset for Bielsa and the fact that he has managed to complete 32 of his 33 League games in the Premier League this term is a testament to his endurance and stamina. According to reports, the two parties are set to open talks regarding the big-money contract at the end of the season and...
Report suggests 28-yr-old linked with a move to Leeds would cost just £13m
Leeds United were linked with a move for Ajax defender Nicolas Tagliafico earlier this month, and it appears that the Dutch outfit are prepared to sell him for around £13 million. According to Daily Mail, Manchester City and Inter Milan have also been keeping tabs on the experienced left-back The reported asking price is a bargain in today’s market, and his addition to the Leeds squad would be an inspired move by them. The Argentine left-back is at the peak of his career right now and could make an immediate impact if he moves to Elland Road. Marcelo Bielsa’s side are ninth in the Premier League, but they could have been higher with a better defensive unit. Leeds have conceded 50 goals in 33 league matches, and sorting out their defensive vulnerabilities should be a top priority for Marcel...
“I hope and believe it is possible” – Radrizzani provides an update on Bielsa’s future
Leeds United owner Andrea Radrizzani is hoping to agree on a new deal with manager Marcelo Bielsa. The Argentine manager has done a stellar job at Elland Road this season and his side are on course to finish in the top half of the Premier League this season. Bielsa helped Leeds secure promotion to the Premier League last year and his side have gone from strength to strength over the last three years. The Whites will be hoping to establish themselves as a Premier League club now and keeping Bielsa at the helm should be a top priority for them. Radrizzani has revealed in an interview with L’Equipe that he enjoys a great working relationship with the Argentine manager and he believes that an agreement could be reached. “I hope and believe it is possible,” he said. “We are in discussions. Ther...
Predicted Leeds XI vs Liverpool: Bielsa to make two changes, 21-yr-old to start
Liverpool visit Leeds United for their Premier League game later today, and the Reds will be hoping to close in on the top four with a victory. Tonight’s game could be vital to Liverpool’s Champions League aspirations, and they cannot afford to slip up. That said, it remains to be seen how important a top-four finish will eventually prove to be after the announcement of the European Super League (ESL) last night. Liverpool have already signed up for the breakaway tournament along with five other Premier League clubs. Their proposed participation in the ESL means that they will not be allowed to play in the Champions League. The majority of fans are unhappy with the club’s decision to break away and form an exclusive competition which is perceived as a move motivated by financial reasons. S...
Marcelo Bielsa plotting a summer move for 28-cap int’l to sort out his defence
Leeds United are interested in signing Ajax defender Nicolas Tagliafico this summer. According to the Mirror, Marcelo Bielsa wants to sign a quality left-back and has identified the Argentine as a potential target. Ezgjan Alioski and Stuart Dallas have played the left-back position for Leeds this season, but neither have been outstanding in the role. Alioski will be a free agent at the end of this season, and the Whites must look to bring in a quality replacement this summer. SL View: Bielsa must look to improve Leeds defensively this summer The 28-year-old has done well in the Dutch League and has the ability to succeed in English football. The defender has a contract with the Dutch outfit until the summer of 2023, but the Premier League side will hope to convince Ajax to sell him fo...
Leeds expected to make their move for 28-yr-old, asking price won’t be a problem
Leeds United have been linked with the Sampdoria defender Omar Colley in recent weeks. According to the Sampnews24 (translated by Sportwitness), the Premier League side are keen on the Gambia international and they are prepared to submit an offer for the 27-year-old this summer. Colley has done well for the Italian side over the past year and he was linked with a move to Elland Road at the start of the season as well. Apparently, Sampdoria value the player at around €12 to 13 million and the asking price would not be a problem for the Premier League side. SL View: Defensive addition should be a priority for Bielsa There is no doubt that Leeds need to improve their defensive options in the summer and Colley could prove to be a quality addition for them. The 28-year-old has the defensive qua...
West Ham and Leeds linked with a summer move for 28-yr-old defender
West Ham United and Leeds United have been linked with a move for the Sampdoria defender Omar Colley. According to Clubdoria46 (translated by Sportwitness), the centre back recently signed a contract until 2025 and he could cost more than €10-€15 million. The Hammers could certainly use a centre back in the summer and Colley has proven his quality in the Italian League. The 28-year-old has established himself as the mainstay of the Sampdoria defence under Claudio Ranieri and he has the physical attributes to succeed in English football as well. Similarly Leeds United need to improve defensively as well. The Whites could have easily challenged for European football this year if not for their defensive vulnerabilities. Marcelo Bielsa’s side have conceded 49 goals in 31 Premier League games s...
