West Ham fail with bid – Leeds United move fast for shock £21.6m midfield signing.

Leeds United intend to significantly upgrade their team this summer in preparation for their return to the Premier League next season. The Whites are now looking to close a couple additional transactions in the coming weeks.

The Yorkshire giants have done well since being promoted to the Premier League at the end of last season, but more must be done in the coming weeks.

Leeds recruited Lukas Nmecha on a free transfer this summer to enhance their offensive options, and Jaka Bijol and Sebastiaan Bornauw to bolster their defence, but the club intends to strengthen across the board during the current transfer window.

The Yorkshire giants are attempting to reach an agreement to bring Diouf to Elland Road during the current transfer window.

El Hadji Malick Diouf is another progressive carrier of the ball

The 20-year-old is a midfielder by trade but also a fearsome attacking wing-back with the ability to carry the ball and propel the team forward.

His versatility as a midfielder, fullback, and winger makes him an excellent addition to the squad, and he will only improve.

Farke is a fan of young players who can play many positions, and he is exactly the type of player he wants to work with in the Premier League next season.

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