Leeds United are eyeing a summer move for Torino goalkeeper Vanja Milinkovic-Savic, Sky Italy journalist Luca Marchetti has revealed.
The Whites are reportedly monitoring the 'giant' 6ft8in Serbia international's situation closely, as Milinkovic-Savic is the subject of growing interest from several European clubs.
While he was previously linked with a return to Manchester United, Serie A winners Napoli are believed to have shown strong interest, though that has now somewhat cooled.
Napoli recently extended the contract of their primary shot-stopper, Alex Meret, and are not currently prioritising a move for Milinkovic-Savic, having seen their initial offer rebuffed.
Leeds Keen on Vanja Milinkovic-Savic
Interest from Napoli has cooled down
Vanja Milinković-Savić
According to reports, Milinkovic-Savic has a release clause worth €19m (£16m) in his contract with Torino, which Napoli have so far been unwilling to match.
Their initial offer was reportedly worth €16m (£13.7m) and was firmly rejected, allowing several of the Serbian’s potential suitors to enter the race.
While Ligue 1 side Monaco are believed to have been in contact, Leeds are also monitoring Milinkovic-Savic’s situation closely as they look to replace Illan Meslier with a new name between the posts.
Milinkovic-Savic, who joined Torino in 2017 from Lechia Gdansk, has been a regular in goal for the Serie A club over the past four seasons, amassing 158 appearances and keeping 52 clean sheets.
Leeds have begun their summer transfer business by announcing deals for Lukas Nmecha, Jaka Bijol and Sebastian Bornaauw and are now believed to be seeking reinforcements in midfield.
The Whites are said to be eyeing a summer move for Hoffenheim ace Anton Stach, who has been identified as their ‘prime candidate’ in midfield.
Vanja Milinkovic-Savic's Torino Stats (2024/25 Serie A)
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