Leeds have been handed fresh boost in pursuit of “extraordinary” 26 y/o

Leeds have been handed fresh boost in pursuit of “extraordinary” 26 y/o

A positive update has emerged regarding Leeds United completing the signing of an “extraordinary” new defender in

the summer transfer window.

Leeds plotting to strengthen spine after promotion

This summer, the Whites are anticipated to add a custodian to replace Illan Meslier. Chelsea’s Djordje Petrovic has

been suggested as a potential choice, while Wolves’ Sam Johnstone is considered as a backup.

Liverpool star Caoimhin Kelleher is another goalie who has been linked to a move to Leeds; it has been stated that an

inquiry has been made regarding his availability. Now that Giorgi Mamardashvili has joined the Reds from Valencia,

it would seem appropriate for him to leave.

Indeed, 49ers Enterprises wants to bolster the team’s backbone this summer. According to sources, Leeds will gladly

shell out over £30 million apiece for a new striker, goalkeeper, centre back, and centre midfielder.

There have been recent rumours that Kalvin Phillips, who was once a hero at Elland Hero and was possibly the finest

player there, will return to the Whites. Prior to the upcoming season, the 29-year-old might decide that returning to

his old team would be beneficial for him because he has had a difficult time in recent years.

Following an outstanding season on loan from Tottenham, Manor Solomon is undoubtedly a major target for Leeds

as Daniel Farke aims to purchase him permanently. In the 2024–2025 Championship, he recorded 12 assists and 10

goals.

Leeds boosted in pursuit of “extraordinary” Balerdi

The Sunday Mirror [via MOT Leeds News] claims that Leeds’ efforts to sign Marseille centre-back Leonardo Balerdi

have gotten a boost ahead of the summer transfer window.

The 26-year-old defender has now declined to rule out leaving at the end of the season, and the report supports the

Whites’ plans for a “major” summer of spending: “I have to concentrate on the final game because I’m content at

Marseille and I want to bring something back here. I’m not sure what happens next. After the squad qualifies for the

Champions League, I’ll consider its future.

Balerdi would be a fantastic signing for Leeds in the summer, boosting their defensive options significantly ahead of

what promises to be a tough season back in the Premier League.

With 26 appearances in Ligue 1 and an average of 2.7 clearances per game, the Marseille captain has been a pillar of

support at the core of his team’s defence this season. Additionally, he has completed 94% of his passes,

demonstrating his strength when in possession.

The manager, Roberto De Zerbi, has showered him with accolades: “Balerdi? I hope no one of the big European

teams knows he’s out there. I tell him how happy I am that he is evading the larger teams’ attention every night

before I go to bed. He is a really gifted musician.

Leeds should make every effort to get Balerdi, who also has six caps for Argentina, a remarkable accomplishment

given that they won the World Cup with players like Cristian Romero and Lisandro Martinez on their roster.

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