YET another HUGE BLOW to Leeds United after Fabrizio reveal Leeds United now have zero hope in transfer Chase of Goal scoring winger that will make Daniel Farke forget about Summerville.
Leeds United’s efforts to sign Norwich City’s Jonathan Rowe have hit a snag, as transfer expert Fabrizio Romano reports that Olympique Marseille has made a new loan offer for the winger. This development comes as Leeds seeks to replace Crysencio Summerville, who recently joined West Ham United for an initial £25 million.
While Leeds has already secured Joe Rodon, Jayden Bogle, Alex Cairns, and Joe Rothwell on loan deals this summer, they’re still looking to fill the void left by Summerville. Rowe, who contributed 13 goals and 4 assists in the 2023/24 season, has been their primary target.
Romano revealed on social media that Marseille’s proposal includes a loan with an obligation to buy. The 21-year-old Rowe, who has made 56 senior appearances for Norwich since his debut in 2022, is reportedly keen on a move to France. Negotiations between Marseille and Norwich are ongoing.
This news follows reports from TEAMtalk that Leeds was preparing their own bid for Rowe. Wolverhampton Wanderers, under Gary O’Neil, are also interested in the young talent.
Rowe’s contract situation at Norwich adds urgency to the transfer talks. With less than a year left on his £4,615-per-week deal, Norwich may be forced to sell to avoid losing him on a free transfer in 2025.
Meanwhile, Leeds faces another potential departure as striker Georginio Rutter edges closer to joining Brighton & Hove Albion. The Seagulls have activated Rutter’s £40 million release clause, according to The Athletic’s David Ornstein. Sky Sports Germany’s Florian Plettenberg reports that Rutter has agreed to the move, despite Leeds’ attempts to retain him.
The substantial fee from Rutter’s potential transfer could bolster Leeds’ financial position in their pursuit of Rowe, allowing them to make a more competitive offer to Norwich.