Leeds United defender Joe Rodon is reportedly being looked at by rival clubs.
The 28-year-old has proven to be a shrewd signing for the Whites, who secured his services for £10m in 2024 after a productive loan spell.
He is among Daniel Farke’s most trusted lieutenants and is rarely absent from the starting XI.
Since his initial loan switch to Elland Road in 2023, the Wales international has amassed 128 appearances for the club.
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Joe Rodon has been a regular in Leeds United's defence since 2023. | Danny Lawson/PA Wire
Joe Rodon attracts admirers
According to former Manchester United scout Mick Brown, Rodon’s displays in Leeds colours have caught the attention of rivals. Leeds, however, are said to be confident of retaining the centre-back.
Brown told Football Insider: “Joe Rodon has been outstanding for Leeds. When he made the move from Tottenham, you were looking at him waiting for him to prove himself, and he did that in the Championship.
“The next question was whether he could do it in the Premier League, and I must admit I had my doubts, but he’s been a crucial part of their team this season.
“The problem then is, when you perform at a high level in the Premier League and for Wales, a lot of rival clubs start sniffing around and there are a few looking at Rodon.
“But I don’t think it’s a major concern for Leeds, by all accounts he’s happy there and he’s playing well so they’re not going to want to let him go.
“If they stay up come the end of the season, Leeds are confident they can keep hold of Rodon and all of their best players and they want to build around them.
“Obviously Premier League clubs will be interested, it’s just the way these things work, but I don’t think there’s anybody out there now who will make a big move. So from a Leeds point of view, I don’t expect to see any movement there.”
Joe Rodon’s career journey
A product of Swansea City’s academy, Rodon developed into a key figure for his boyhood club before being lured away by Tottenham Hotspur in 2020.
He found opportunities limited in North London, managing just 24 outings at first-team level.
Rodon spent time on loan in France with Rennes before Leeds swooped early in the 2023/24 campaign.
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Joe Rodon has helped Leeds United keep a clean sheet in their last two Premier League fixtures. | Richard Sellers/PA Wire
The defender has made no secret of his affection for Leeds, who have given him a home after a period of uncertainty.
Last month, he told The Yorkshire Post: "The manager has created a great environment here. We have a great balance of young players and experienced players. This is the best dressing room I've been in, in club football.
"That's credit to the boss. He's the one who's made this environment and brought us in."