Sport nationLeeds United has set its sights on signing Feyenoord striker Santiago Gimenez, according to TV Azteca. The Mexico international has impressed in the Eredivisie, scoring 51 goals in two seasons, and now wants to make the move to the Premier League.
Gimenez’s impressive form has attracted interest from top Premier League clubs, including Tottenham, Liverpool, and newly-promoted Southampton. However, Leeds United’s interest in the striker seems ambitious, considering their current status in the Championship.
Journalist Manuel Veth has described Gimenez’s goalscoring as “unbelievable,” and his talent has reportedly valued him at around £80million. This price tag is out of reach for Leeds United, making a potential deal seem unlikely.
While it’s possible that Leeds United was monitoring Gimenez’s progress in case of promotion, their failed bid to return to the Premier League means that signing the 23-year-old is now a distant dream. Fans should not get their hopes up, as the deal is unlikely to materialize.
Leeds United’s interest in Gimenez highlights their ambition to attract top talent, but their current financial situation and league status make it difficult to compete with top Premier League clubs. The club will need to focus on more realistic targets to strengthen their squad for the upcoming season.
In other Leeds United news, the club is also interested in signing Chelsea defender Alfie Gilchrist on a season-long loan. This deal seems more plausible, given Leeds United’s need to bolster their defense and Gilchrist’s potential for growth.
As the transfer window heats up, Leeds United fans will be keeping a close eye on the club’s movements. While the dream of signing Santiago Gimenez may be out of reach, the club’s determination to attract top talent is a positive sign for the future.
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