Leeds United is on the verge of making a significant profit from the sale of midfielder Glen Kamara to French club Stade Rennais. According to reports, Rennes have agreed to pay around €10 million for the player, who has also agreed to personal terms with the Ligue 1 outfit.
Kamara’s departure will come as a blow to Leeds United, who signed him just last summer for £5 million. The midfielder played a crucial role in the team’s promotion push, making 37 appearances and scoring two goals in the Championship. His passing accuracy and duel-winning ability made him a valuable asset to the team.
However, with Kamara’s contract running until 2027, Leeds United is in a strong negotiating position and has managed to secure a significant profit on the player. The sale will also give the club a boost in their pursuit of new signings, with the midfield area in need of strengthening.
Leeds United boss Daniel Farke will be disappointed to lose one of his key players, but the club must now look to the future and identify new targets to strengthen their squad. With the money generated from Kamara’s sale, they can recruit a talented player to fill the void left by the Scottish midfielder.
The departure of Kamara is not the only midfield concern for Leeds United, with Archie Gray having completed a move to Tottenham Hotspur and Ethan Ampadu potentially starting in central defense next term. Ilia Gruev has also been linked with a move to Borussia Dortmund, leaving Leeds United with limited options in the midfield department.
Despite the challenges, Leeds United remains committed to strengthening their squad and pushing for promotion to the Premier League. With the transfer window still open, the club will be working hard to identify and secure new signings to bolster their chances of success in the upcoming season.