Leeds United look like they will have to pay a figure in the region of £50m if they are to land Rodrigo Muniz from Fulham this summer. The Whites have identified the Premier League striker as one of their targets ahead of a return to the top flight, with suggestions in some quarters Leeds have already had one offer knocked back as the Cottagers try to keep hold of the player.
Knocking back transfer offers is becoming a habit for Fulham, with the latest reports suggesting Tottenham Hotspur have had a £32m offer turned down by Fulham, who have made it clear they want close to £50m for the striker. The transfer value is aimed at scaring off rival clubs as Fulham aim to keep hold of the player who scored 11 goals last season, adding two assists for his best return so far.
At 24-years-old, there is a belief the Brazilian is only going to improve and has some way to go to reach his ceiling, which makes him such an attractive prospect. It also makes him a valuable asset for Fulham, who appear set to fight to get a significant transfer fee for Muniz.
Fulham boss Marco Silva is eager top keep Muniz, however, the player has still been behind Mexico striker Raul Jimenez in the pecking order and turning down a serious offer beyond the £32m currently on the table will surely prove difficult for someone who at present is a number two, while the player himself will be attracted by the opportunity to be a first choice starter.
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