Leeds United have been linked with a return to Rennes and an approach for Martin Terrier, according to L’Equipe, as Victor Orta continues to prepare for potential life after Charles de Ketelaere. The Club Brugge forward has long been the Whites’ top target as the club look to strengthen upfront, with a reported record-breaking £32million bid having been tabled two weeks ago.
But Leeds face stiff competition from AC Milan for the forward’s signature, who would prefer a move to the Serie A champions who can offer Champions League football. And while the Italian giants are yet to meet Brugge’s demands, they are expected to step up their efforts and are confident of winning the race as soon as they do so.
The last few days has seen a change in the tide at Elland Road as the club become linked to several alternative options - most recently Terrier - as Orta sets insurance plans in motion. The Whites sporting director is famed for his lists of potential candidates and is known to work down from a priority target, so the sounding out process of several forwards is not uncommon.
