Leeds United transfer rumours as Whites face battle to sign Aberdeen youngster Lewis Pirie

A look at the latest Leeds United transfer rumours on Wednesday, 28 September.

Leeds United face competition from Premier League clubs for Aberdeen youngster

According to the Daily Record, Leeds United face competition from Fulham and Brighton to sign Aberdeen youngster Lewis Pirie. The Scotland youth international was reportedly watched by the trio of Premier League sides in Scotland's U16 clash with Denmark.

The Seagulls have reportedly joined the list of interested parties after casting an eye over the rising teenage striker in an impressive performance that he topped off with a goal during Aberdeen's win over Hibs last week. The Scottish side have a growing reputation for producing young talents in Scotland.

Calvin Ramsay made his way through the academy at Aberdeen while Jack McKenzie and Connor Barron have also turned heads at Pittordie. Highly-touted Lancelot Pollard has signed for Rangers after impressing in the Granite City.

Empoli president insists Fabiano Parisi not for sale amid Leeds United interest

Empoli president Fabrizio Corsi has insisted reported Leeds United 'target' Fabiano Parisi will not be sold in the January window. Parisi’s agent Mario Giuffredi claimed that Leeds, Nice and several Serie A clubs showed and interest in the Italy U21 international during the recent summer transfer window.

However, Parisi was happy to go along with Empoli’s demands and continue his development at the Italian side. In August, Parisi then decided to put pen-to-paper on a new deal until 2025, but agent Giuffredi has already hinted it won’t be long until he is on the move.

Giuffredi told Tuttomercatoweb : “I consider him a great team player. He can be the transfer man for January or for (next) summer. He’s (a player) of the highest standards.

“He can aspire to important goals. We had many clubs (showing an interest); from Atalanta to Torino to Fiorentina, Leeds and Nice. In agreement with Empoli we decided to wait.”

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