The transfer window is into its sixth day and while the focus of supporters is on this summer’s European Championships in Germany, those in charge at Leeds United are looking forward to another busy summer. Whites interest in Euro 2024 is minimal this year, with Liam Cooper and Rasmus Kristensen unused substitutes so far while Max Wober endured a torrid opening game, scoring a decisive own-goal in Austria’s 1-0 defeat to France.
Nearer home, Leeds is getting ready for another Championship promotion drive, which is fueling more rumors. As interest in Crysencio Summerville grows and one or two significant transactions are anticipated, individuals returning from loan spells will need to decide what to do with their own lives. In preparation for what promises to be a hectic summer, Daniel Farke will also be eager to bolster his team. The YEP has compiled some of the most recent news concerning the team.
Roca exit shut
After a successful loan stint with the Spanish team, Marc Roca is reportedly “finalizing” the conditions of a permanent contract with Leeds and Real Betis. The 27-year-old will sign a four-year contract in Seville, and according to Estadio Deportivo, the sum is anticipated to be less than the buy option inside the original deal, which is thought to be worth €12 million (about £10 million).
After being demoted to the Championship last summer, Roca was one of numerous players who activated their release clauses and went back to his own country, where he has been a regular player under Manuel Pellegrini. The midfielder could have continued on loan with Betis for an additional year due to United’s failure to advance, but they are believed to be eager to finalize a permanent agreement and see little value in him staying on loan for another year.
The Spanish side is in a strong position to negotiate a cost because they decided to propose a permanent deal this summer. Leeds is thought to accept a lower offer in order to raise money this summer, though the precise amount is not mentioned. If the claim turns out to be accurate, Roca cost almost £10 million when he arrived in West Yorkshire in 2022, therefore it appears that the Spanish player will suffer a loss.
Petar Ratkov of Red Bull Salzburg is believed to be the target of three teams, including Leeds, however interest in the striker is believed to exist before Red Bull’s presence in West Yorkshire. According to GiveMeSport, Rangers and RB Leipzig are also interested in signing the young player; the latter team was not able to do so a year ago.
