A key player from Leeds United may face challenges in securing a move away from Elland Road this summer due to his hefty price tag, which one potential buyer considers excessive.
This news comes as Leeds braces for potential exits of several significant players before the new season starts.
Leeds United is preparing for a summer of significant changes. Supporters may be hopeful about new signings, but there is also the real possibility of losing key players.
Notable moves include Archie Gray’s transfer to Tottenham, with Joe Rodon heading in the opposite direction. Young defender Charlie Cresswell is also on the verge of joining Toulouse after completing a medical with the Ligue 1 club.
Among others potentially leaving is Brenden Aaronson, who spent last season on loan at Union Berlin. The American midfielder is unlikely to want to play in the Championship, making his departure seem imminent.
Illan Meslier, a fan favorite, is considering a move to Marseille, while Crysencio Summerville could be transferred to the Premier League, with Leeds aiming to secure as much as £40 million for him.
However, the situation surrounding Maximilian Wober, a 26-year-old central defender, is particularly complex.
Sky journalist Florian Plettenberg reported that Borussia Monchengladbach finds Wober’s price tag, ranging between €10-12 million, too steep to make his loan move permanent. Monchengladbach prefers another loan deal, but Leeds is pushing for a sale.
Wober, who is contracted with Leeds until 2027, has expressed satisfaction with his time at Monchengladbach. He played a pivotal role in their defense, starting 24 Bundesliga matches and excelling in aerial duels. Former RB Salzburg sporting director Christoph Freund has praised Wober’s leadership qualities, emphasizing his importance to the team.
Despite Wober’s apparent desire to stay in Germany, his future remains uncertain due to the financial standoff. Leeds hopes to finalize a permanent transfer, whether with Monchengladbach or another club.
Plettenberg suggests that a resolution might be reached in the coming weeks as the transfer window progresses.
