Leeds United have made a decent start to the Premier League season, but the club knows their squad have shortcomings.
Daniel Farke recently admitted his team lacks the extra quality to beat the top teams, despite strong performances against Arsenal and Manchester United.
The Leeds boss wants to build a quality forward line in the upcoming transfer windows and is keen to add more striker options in 2027.
Leeds could be forced to sign a new striker as early as January if Lukas Nmecha leaves, but the club want to bring in someone of real quality either in the winter window or definitely next summer.
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Huge asking price quoted for Leeds striker target
Nicolo Tresoldi is one name heavily linked with Leeds over the past few months, and the club have been keeping a close eye on him.
He scored a hat-trick against Inter Milan in the Champions League this season, and Leeds scouts were present to watch him this week against Lens on Wednesday night.
Club Brugge do not want to sell the striker in the winter transfer window, and have now slapped a high asking price to ward off his suitors.
Several reports suggest Leeds would have to pay a club-record fee to sign the striker soon.
The Belgian giants are determined to keep him for now and want at least £52m to even entertain discussions about his departure.
Barcelona already enquired about signing him last summer but decided against meeting Club Brugge’s valuation, which was lower than the current figure.
Tresoldi, who has scored 32 times for Club Brugge, has been in pristine form this season, and Club Brugge are now prepared to dig their heels in to get a premium fee for him.
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49ers have already shown they are prepared to pay big fees
Leeds United’s record-breaking move for James Trafford sent a clear message about the 49ers’ willingness to spend when they believe the right player is available. The goalkeeper’s arrival showed that the club’s owners are prepared to sanction a major investment rather than always prioritising cheaper alternatives.
That could prove significant if Leeds decide to pursue Tresoldi. The young striker has attracted growing attention after impressing for Club Brugge, and his goalscoring form could make him an expensive target, especially as other clubs monitor his progress.
Leeds would need to be convinced that Tresoldi can make an immediate impact while offering room to develop, but the Trafford deal suggests transfer fees alone will not necessarily put them off. The 49ers have demonstrated a willingness to back recruitment when they see long-term value in a signing.
Breaking the club record again would still represent a major commitment, but if Leeds view Tresoldi as the striker who can transform their attack, they may be prepared to make another statement.
