Leeds United have been linked with so many players since the summer window opened. But just seven new players have been signed by the club.
The recruitment team have taken a very measured approach to this window. Sources inside the club said that the focus on signing defenders and midfielders was to strengthen the two areas before a move was made for attackers.
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Now, the club can focus on spending more on big name players, as seen with Igor Paixao. Even though the club missed out on the Brazilian, Leeds were willing to match the huge fee.
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Lecce reveal status of Leeds United links
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Leeds have been in the market to sign a striker for most of this summer. They plan on adding serious depth and quality to beef up the attack. The club know that they need firepower if they stand to survive in the top flight.
Last month, the club pursued Lecce striker Nikola Krstovic. It was reported that personal terms had been agreed, and a fee needed to be confirmed by Lazio.
According to TMW, there has been no official offer for Krstovic this summer. Which means the reports coming from England were way wide of the mark.
Club President will not stand in the way of a move
After clearing the air on the latest involving any transfer news, Lecce club President Saverio Sticchi Damiani said the club will not stand in the way of a move:
“He knows that he has been a protagonist with our shirt, the club’s results have also been the result of his performances. So society owes him gratitude, and this gratitude is transformed into the fact that it does not hinder him in his path. At the same time, the club must also be gratified. We will therefore do everything with balance, but I expect that if things do not go well, he will remain as happy as if he had gone to Real Madrid anyway.”
This comes after reports from Italy said that Damiani had spoken to Krstovic in training last week.
Krstovic is a perfect fit to be leading striker
Last season, the striker managed 12 goals and five assists in 38 games. One might think that the output is not impressive, but once you apply context, you see the kind of player Krstovic is.
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The 25-year old is exactly the kind of striker a newly-promoted side. He takes a lot of shots, and has the ability to carry his team up the field with his hold up play. Krstovic can also provide threat in the air, and in behind defences.
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