JUST IN: Leeds United Planning to offer Bundesliga side a Player plus cash in mindblowing deal to SIGN Outstanding czech republic star.
Leeds are set to pursue several new players in the upcoming weeks and months as they navigate financial imperatives to turn a profit, necessitating a search for budget-friendly options.
Players like Crysencio Summerville, Willy Gnonto, and Georginio Rutter are anticipated to attract interest this summer. Should they depart, replacements will be sought from within Elland Road.
Adam Hlozek of Bayer Leverkusen has been linked with Leeds, competing with Leicester City for the Czech Republic star, reportedly requiring a fee of £12.75m.
Bayer Leverkusen themselves are reportedly eyeing a move for Summerville, among numerous other top-tier English clubs, as Xabi Alonso looks to bolster his squad for an upcoming Champions League campaign.
According to transfer expert Ben Jacobs, Leeds face challenges in signing Hlozek due to their failure to secure promotion and have dismissed rumors of a swap deal involving Hlozek and Summerville, preferring a cash-only transaction for Summerville.
While Hlozek would be a significant addition, Leeds also require reinforcements in other positions. Potential areas of concern include goalkeeper should Illan Meslier depart, right-back, and possibly central defense if Joe Rodon leaves. Cover for Junior Firpo is crucial, as is additional midfield depth if Ethan Ampadu remains in defense. Replacements are also needed for outgoing wide players such as Summerville, Gnonto, and Jaidon Anthony. Conversely, a forward may not be a pressing need, given the presence of Joel Piroe and the likely retention of Patrick Bamford and Mateo Joseph.
In summary, while Hlozek would be a notable signing, Leeds have multiple areas to address besides the attacking front.