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Leeds United transfer rumours as Whites 'reiterate' interest in £100m Portugal World Cup star

Here are your Leeds United transfer rumours and gossip on Monday, December 12.

Leeds United 'reiterate' interest in Portugal World Cup star after exit

Leeds United have reportedly reiterated their desire to sign Portuguese World Cup sensation Goncalo Ramos despite Benfica revealing his contract has a £100 million release clause.

Ramos scored a hattrick in Qatar after replacing Portugal's all-time leading goalscorer Cristiano Ronaldo in their 6-1 win over Switzerland in the Round of 16, skyrocketing his value as he announced himself on the international stage in the best way possible.

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However, they will be facing some fierce competition according to transfer expert Dean Jones. He told GiveMeSport that other clubs interested in the 21-year-old include Arsenal, Manchester United and Newcastle United.

Jones highlights Leeds as 'one to look out for' when going up against their Premier League rivals in trying to secure the star's signature but would be at a serious disadvantage given the clear financial levels between them and the other clubs interested.

What Mateusz Klich's potential exit could mean for Leeds United's January transfer priorities

Leeds United could have their January transfer priorities altered by the recent development that Mateusz Klich looks set to join MLS side DC United.

According to MLS reporter Tom Bogert, the 32-year-old is in advanced talks to join Wayne Rooney's side out in the USA, which would end his five-year spell at Elland Road.

Following the summer arrivals of Tyler Adams and Marc Roca, Klich has seen his game time drop. While the Polish midfielder has made 11 Premier League appearances this term for the Whites, he has only played 188 minutes, which work out at around an average of 17 minutes per game.

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