Leeds United have had a decent transfer window this summer. The club have added seven new signings as they prepare to face the Premier League.
The Whites have conducted impressive business this summer, signing some top players from across Europe. Leeds have even spent more than some lower table clubs in the top flight, which is a good sign.
Daniel Farke has prioritized quality and depth; almost every area of the squad has been bolstered over the last month. The club are now hoping to end the window on a high as they look to sign two attacking players. Leeds unfortunately lost out to Marseille in the race to sign Feyenoord star Igor Paixao.
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Leeds United eye move for Leicester City star
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This week, Leeds have been linked with serious interest in Leicester City star Bilal El Khannousss.
Multiple outlets are reporting that the Whites are set to pay the attacker’s £24.5million release clause. It is reported that there is serious interest from Leeds who could trigger the clause in the coming days.
Nothing has been finalized as there is interest across Europe for the 21-year old.
Jamie Vardy gives verdict on Bilal El Khannouss
Bilal El Khannouss was a bright spark in the Leicester City team that was relegated last year.
He was very good at carrying the ball, and creating chances, but it seemed his teammates were not on his wavelength. Jamie Vardy, who was Leicester captain last year, has said that El Khannouss is a very good player.
“It’s unbelievable, we know what qualities he has got, he does it every day in training.
“For him to get his first goal, definitely going to be the first of many.”
Player will be a very nice addition
The 21-year old can fill in a variety of positions and roles in both attack and midfield. El Khannouss can play as number eight in midfield, as a number 10 or even out wide as a winger. He shone in almost every role he played during his time with the Foxes.
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Two goals and three assist will seem like limited output, but the underlying numbers show a lot more. He created 42 chances in the team in his first season in England. Leeds can also use his ball carrying, where he ranks among the best in the league last season.
For just £24.5million, Leeds could be getting a special player.
