Leeds United ‘expect’ to complete top-class forward signing

 

Leeds United expect to complete a forward signing well before the 31st August transfer cut-off, sources have told Football Insider.

 

The Championship club are currently exploring the market for a Crysencio Summerville replacement following his move to West Ham.

Leeds submitted a verbal bid of £7million to Norwich City for Jonathan Rowe, but it has yet to be formalised.

 

Football Insider revealed that the Canaries have already responded, telling Leeds they’re “nowhere near” their valuation for the 21-year-old.

Norwich have knocked the offer back, which means the Yorkshire giants will have to make an improved offer if they want to land Rowe.

 

Despite their initial bid for Rowe being rejected, sources say that the Whites are “very confident” they can sign a top-class replacement for Summerville this month.

Leeds United need to bolster their attacking options after Crysencio Summerville’s departure

Summerville’s departure does leave a hole in Daniel Farke’s attacking options due to his impact on the team.

 

The winger made 49 appearances in all competitions last season, scoring 21 goals and providing 10 assists.

Another player the Yorkshire giants have been considering a move for is Crystal Palace’s Jesurun Rak-Sakyi.

Football Insider revealed that Leeds are among the clubs tracking the winger, but there is lots of competition for his signature.

 

Southampton are considering a second bid of £12million after their initial £7million bid was rejected, and sources believe the Whites would be unwilling to match that.

 

In other news, Leeds fans expect Georginio Rutter exit after release clause revealed.

 

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