Leeds United are heading for the Premier League and will be eager to make a splash in the upcoming transfer window. LUFC have the summer to prepare for the big step up after lifting the Championship title.
The Whites are on the lookout for a host of new additions to make their next stay in the top flight a long one, with Daniel Farke and the Elland Road chiefs under no illusions over the mammoth task that lays ahead.
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New recruits are needed in a range of positions but attacking midfield is deemed as a priority. An upgrade on Brenden Aaronson is sought, as while the American was a hard-working presence in the middle, his creativity left a lot to be desired.
Several no. 10s have been linked with Leeds United, but reporter Alan Nixon now says the Whites have eyes on Southampton star Mateus Fernandes as an option.
The 20-year-old Portuguese ace was one of few shining lights for the Saints as they were relegated back to the Championship and it could be that Fernandes stays in the top flight.
LUFC are willing to push towards the £30m valuation set by Southampton but face competition from Crystal Palace for his signature. Aston Villa are also monitoring developments.