Here are the latest Leeds United transfer rumours for Sunday, June 18, 2023.
Openda links
Reports in Italy say Leeds United are still 'in contention' for Lens forward Lois Openda this summer, despite relegation, The Whites has been previously linked with a move for the 23-year-old, but relegation to the Championship was thought to have ended any chance of a move.
However, Corriere dello Sport report that Leeds are among clubs looking to make a summer move for Openda. He scored 21 goals in Ligue 1 last term, and that has merited interest from the likes of Marseille and Lazio. Openda's reported £25m pricetag could be a big stumbling block however.
Leeds are likely to need forward cover this summer if Rodrigo moves on, although Joel Gelhardt is back at the club following a loan spell at Sunderland.
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Jack Harrison interest
Everton and West Ham have emerged as two clubs leading the chase for Leeds United's Jack Harrison. The winger was in demand last summer but stayed at Elland Road despite interest from Newcastle United and Leicester City.
Rumours of a move have gone quiet since relegation from the Premier League, but that does not mean clubs aren't eyeing a cut-price deal for the former Manchester City man. Everton, who survived relegation on the final day, and West Ham have been credited with interest in Harrison, who could yet leave West Yorkshire.
Whether Leeds are able to demand the same fee as they wanted last year remains to be seen
Harrison could command a big fee this summer after putting in a number of impactful performances last season, and journalist Ben Jacobs believes a move could come about despite there not being a huge amount of interest, telling Leeds United Ultras: “There may not be as many queuing up for Harrison as you might think. I would keep an eye on Everton and West Ham United.”
