Get all your news in one place.
100’s of premium titles.
One app.
Start reading
Leeds Live
Leeds Live
Sport
Laurie Martin

'Didn't want him anyway' - Leeds United supporters react as Charles De Ketelare joins AC Milan

Leeds United supporters have been reacting on social media after Charles De Ketelaere's move to AC Milan was confirmed.

The Belgian striker has been linked with a move to Elland Road all summer, but the Serie A champions have won the race for the 21-year-old. Leeds have had an offer for De Ketelaere on the table for much of the summer, but he made it clear that a switch to the Italian giants was his preferred move.

In a club statement, AC Milan said: "AC Milan is delighted to announce the signing of Charles De Ketelaere from Club Brugge.

"The player has signed a contract until 30 June 2027 and will wear the number 90 jersey."

READ MORE: Former Jesse Marsch favourite Mergim Berisha profiled amid Leeds United links

The Whites have been looking at alternatives to De Ketelaere, with the likes of Arnaud Kalimuendo, Che Adams and Martin Terrier linked with moves to Elland Road.

Here's how Leeds United fans on social media reacted to the news:

@polish70: "You're just a poor man's Lord Bamford."

@JimHutchy: "Didn't want him anyway."

@JordanBrown91: " Thank God that’s over."

@JuceeRob: "This was always going to happen. We should have been looking at other targets more aggressively."

@markpmakey: "Good luck to him."

@BLayerofficial: "We were never going to get him."

@UnitedLeeds_1: "Finally over thank God."

READ NEXT:

Go here for all the latest Leeds United news

Leeds United transfer news LIVE: Fresh Jack Harrison bid 'rejected', contract 'agreed' left-back latest

Further shake up to Leeds United backroom staff as goalkeeping coach departs

Leeds United's Rodrigo sent out clear message of intent with Cagliari hat-trick

Jesse Marsch reveals his excitement at Leeds United's newest two coaching appointments

Sign up to read this article
Read news from 100’s of titles, curated specifically for you.
Already a member? Sign in here
Related Stories
Top stories on inkl right now
One subscription that gives you access to news from hundreds of sites
Already a member? Sign in here
Our Picks
Fourteen days free
Download the app
One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.