Ipswich Town look set to steal Joel Rodon away from Spurs, and break the hearts of the Leeds faithful. The 26 year old Welsh International was one of the stand out stars for Leeds last season, and frequently put his body on the line, making him a favourite, both on and off the terraces. The Whites have been negotiating with Tottenham supremo Daniel Levy, desperate to keep Rodon at Elland Road for at-least another season, or preferably a permanent deal.
His glittering performances did not go unnoticed from his parent club, who exorcised a clause in the centre-back’s contract, extending the length of his remaining terms by another twelve months, until the Summer of 2026, and therefor increasing his valuation. Whilst £12m-£15m doesn’t sound like much for a play of his qualities, it’s money that Leeds can ill afford to splash out, unless they want to risk the wrath of falling foul of financial fair play rules. Various Leeds bloggers have commented that it’s just a bridge too far, especially for a defender, unless the club were to sacrifice one of their mainstay players.
According to The Athletic, Leeds are exploring the possibility of bringing Conor Roberts back to Elland Road! The 28 yeaer old right-back joined the Whites in January on loan from Burnley, but only played a bit part (343 minutes of game time), partly because of picking up an injury whilst on International Duty with Wales).
It would make no sense for Burnley (following their relegation to the Championship) to loan him to a competitor, vying for the Championship title. The Clarets value him at £7m – £10m, which seems extortionate for a player of his limitations, and thats before considering his £30,000 a week wage packet.
Where does this leave the Alfie Gilchrist deal. There is wide speculation that the 20yo right back is open to joining the Whites this Summer, and who knows – Leeds may be able to negotiate a permanent deal, with Summerville joining the Blues as part of the deal!
Farke considers Skipp if Gray leaves
Leeds could be lining up a deal to bring Spurs midfielder Oliver Skipp to Elland Road if they lose Archie Gray this Summer! According to ‘The Express’, Daniel Farke is exploring the possibility of reuniting with the former England U21 midfielder, who helped his former Norwich side win the Championship back in 20/21 whilst on loan. The 23 year old only made five starts last season for the North London outfit, so could be surplus to requirements, but with three years left on his contract, let alone his £40,000 per week wages, do Leeds have the resources to make a deal? Various media outlets value Skipp around the £15m, which would be a marquee signing for any Championship outfit.
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