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Leeds United are reportedly taking a close look at Germany under-21s star Lukas Ullrich.

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The defender is currently on duty at the UEFA European Under-21 Championship and featured against England last week.

While he may be in action at a youth tournament, Ullrich has already accumulated a wealth of senior experience in the Bundesliga.

He has established himself as Borussia Mönchengladbach’s first-choice left-back and amassed 26 league appearances last term.

Leeds United eye Lukas Ullrich

His swift development does not appear to have gone unnoticed, with Leeds among the clubs to have been linked with the 21-year-old.

According to The Boot Room, Leeds and their Premier League counterparts Tottenham Hotspur have taken notice of Ullrich.

Everton are also said to be keeping tabs, while Crystal Palace, Brighton & Hove Albion and Nottingham Forest have also been linked.

Ullrich’s current club are believed to have opened talks regarding a new contract, aware of growing interest from overseas.

Leeds United’s left-back dilemma

For the last two seasons, Junior Firpo has been a regular at left-back under Daniel Farke at Elland Road.

He did not always convince in the Premier League, but Firpo thrived in the Championship and was key in Leeds’ title-winning campaign.

However, with his contract due to expire next week, his future in West Yorkshire appears incredibly uncertain.

Max Wober, meanwhile, has been told he can leave after an injury-plagued campaign in the second tier.

Sam Byram, another player capable of filling in at left-back, is out of contract and yet to be confirmed as a member of Farke’s squad for next season.

Leeds have been linked with a host of left-backs in recent weeks, including Aston Villa’s Alex Moreno and Lille’s Gabriel Gudmundsson.

The centre of Farke’s defence was recently strengthened with the capture of Slovenia international Jaka Bijol, who has made the switch to England from Udinese.

Hull City have reportedly joined Birmingham City and West Bromwich Albion in the race to sign Tottenham Hotspur prodigy Mikey Moore.

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The 17-year-old is considered to be among the most exciting prospects in England and has already tasted Premier League action.

He made 10 appearances in the top flight last season, as well as a further five in the Europa League under the since-sacked Ange Postecoglou.

However, it appears he could be given the chance to accumulate more experience at a step below the top flight.

Battle for Mikey Moore’s signature

According to Football League World, Hull are among the Championship outfits vying for the signature of the England under-19s star.

The Tigers are said to be lining up a loan move for Moore as they look to usher in a new era under Sergej Jakirovic.

However, the club’s Championship rivals Birmingham and West Brom have been credited with interest in the tricky attacker by Football Insider.

Mikey Moore’s burgeoning reputation

Moore has made waves at a young age at Spurs and was even compared to Neymar by his teammate James Maddison last year.

After Moore starred in a Europa League win over AZ Alkmaar, Maddison told TNT Sports: "I thought we had Neymar on the left wing! He is fearless, [he has] that young, fearless mentality.

"He's a brilliant lad, he has bags of ability. I will hopefully help him with wise words but he has all the ability and well done to him."

Postecoglou said: "I think we all understand with young players, you have to be careful but after the game, I don't get the sense that that's [the praise] going to affect Mikey at all.

"There's no denying he was great last night. I thought he was great the whole game. It's exciting for us."

Hull have signed Dillon Phillips, Semi Ajayi and Reda Laaloui this summer and made Gustavo Puerta’s loan deal permanent.

Doncaster Rovers are reportedly in advanced talks over a deal to sign Tottenham Hotspur prodigy Damola Ajayi on loan.

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The 19-year-old, a winger by trade, has featured regularly for Spurs at youth level and moved to the fringes of the senior set-up.

Last season, he was handed his senior debut in the Europa League against Swedish outfit Elfsborg and marked the milestone with a goal.

It appears a loan move is the next for the wideman, who is seemingly edging closer to a South Yorkshire switch.

Doncaster Rovers eye Damola Ajayi

According to Football Insider, Doncaster are in discussions about taking Ajayi on board on a temporary basis.

Grant McCann’s men are newly-promoted in League One and will need firepower to ensure they are competitive in the third tier.

Ajayi made Ange Postecoglou’s bench in the Premier League one more than one occasion last term, suggesting he has the potential to be a handful for League One defenders.

It is believed a number of clubs have shown interest in Ajayi, although it is Doncaster said to be poised to win the race.

The winger put pen to paper on a Spurs deal running until 2028 in January and said: “I’m really excited to get going, really excited to push on. I’m just ready to see what’s next.

“I started at Bromley, was there for year, then came here on trial, and then got signed at under-14s. I think it was top. It was good for me to see the levels I’ll be stepping into when I’m a full-time player. I feel like it was good, I feel like it helped me to improve, get sharper.”

Doncaster Rovers’ summer business

Doncaster have been busy in the transfer market since they lifted the League Two title last month.

Leeds United academy graduate Robbie Gotts was the first through the door, making the step up from Barrow in League Two.

He has since been followed by goalkeeper Thimothée Lo-Tutala, defender Matty Pearson, winger Glenn Middleton and forward Brandon Hanlan.

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Leeds United have reportedly joined Tottenham Hotspur and West Ham United in the race to sign Club Brugge midfielder Raphael Onyedika.

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The 24-year-old has plied his trade in Belgium since 2022, when he was prised from Danish outfit FC Midtjylland.

He has since lifted the Belgian Pro League and the Belgian Cup, sending his stock soaring with his growing importance to the Club Brugge cause.

There have been reports of interest from Spurs and West Ham, although Leeds are now seemingly showing interest in the 17-cap Nigeria international.

Leeds United join Onyedika hunt

According to reporter Sebastien Vidal, Leeds have joined the hunt for the all-action midfielder.

He is believed to have drawn serious Premier League attention and have a valuation of £25.6m.

Back in January, the likes of Bayern Munich, Borussia Dortmund and AC Milan were credited with interest in Onyedika by The Telegraph.

What Onyedika could bring to Leeds United

The midfielder blends physicality with admirable technical proficiency. His ball retention and eye for a killer pass has impressed in Belgium, while his tough tackling has made him a defensive asset.

He can operate as a defensive, central or attacking midfielder, with his versatility something that could prove incredibly useful in the Premier League.

As well as boasting experience of top-flight football, Onyedika has extensive experience of European competitions.

Leeds United’s midfield conundrum

The centre of midfield is perhaps not a department many immediately point out as an area of weakness for Leeds.

Ethan Ampadu, Ao Tanaka and Ilia Gruev have proven to be shrewd additions to Daniel Farke’s squad, but there is now a depth issue.

Joe Rothwell has returned to his parent club AFC Bournemouth, while Josuha Guilavogui has been released by the Whites.

Leeds have also been strongly linked with Strasbourg’s Habib Diarra and there has been talk of interest in Brentford’s Yehor Yarmolyuk.

Forward Lukas Nmecha recently became the first summer signing at Elland Road, with defender Jaka Bijol expected to follow as number two.

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Leeds United are among the clubs tracking Brentford midfielder Yehor Yarmolyuk, a report has claimed.

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The 21-year-old arrived in the Premier League three years ago, when he left Dnipro in his native Ukraine for the Bees.

He has since amassed 66 appearances in England and has risen through Ukraine’s youth ranks to become a senior international.

However, it appears there are clubs potentially looking to end his association with Brentford.

Leeds among clubs tracking Yarmolyuk

According to CaughtOffside, Leeds are among the clubs keeping tabs on the central midfielder.

Also said to be monitoring Yarmolyuk are Tottenham Hotspur, Everton, Wolverhampton Wanderers and Burnley, as well as Borussia Dortmund and Napoli.

None are believed to have made formal approaches for the midfielder, who Brentford have reportedly given a price tag of around €30m (£25.6m).

Yarmolyuk is under contract at Brentford until 2031, therefore it is not difficult to see why he would be valued so highly.

Leeds would also be landing a player with plenty of room for development, as well as one who already boasts Premier League experience.

Leeds United’s midfield

Ethan Ampadu, Ao Tanaka and Ilia Gruev are the current central midfield options available to Daniel Farke.

Josuha Guilavogui has been released by the Whites and Joe Rothwell is due back at AFC Bournemouth following the conclusion of his loan spell.

Leeds ideally need more than three options and an attack-minded player would certainly be welcome in the ranks.

Yarmolyuk can operate in the heart of midfield or in a more advanced role, meaning he could potentially compete with Brenden Aaronson.

A playmaker appears to be high on Leeds’ list of priorities, with Strasbourg’s Habib Diarra and Olympiacos’ Mario Stroeykens among those to have been linked

Figures familiar with fans of Rotherham United and Sheffield United could reportedly follow Thomas Frank from Brentford to Tottenham Hotspur.

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Widespread reports are suggesting Frank is being lined up to succeed Ange Postecoglou as Tottenham’s head coach.

Spurs lifted the Europa League trophy last season but a 17th-placed Premier League finish contributed to Postecoglou’s dismissal.

Frank has worked wonders at Brentford, cultivating a reputation as one of the most talented managers in Europe.

Former Millers and Blades eyed

He has had help from a former Rotherham United defender and an ex-Sheffield United coach as Bees boss - and a reunion with the pair could be on the cards.

According to reporter Alan Nixon via his Patreon page, Frank wants former Millers defender Justin Cochrane with him in North London.

Cochrane, who represented Rotherham during the 2006/07 season, is Frank’s assistant at Brentford and also works with Thomas Tuchel in the England set-up.

Former Blades coach Keith Andrews, meanwhile, is Brentford’s set-piece coach having left his role in Chris Wilder’s team for the gig.

The report claims Andrews, who represented Hull City as a player, could follow Frank to Tottenham. A deal, however, is not thought to have been finalised.

Phil Giles on Keith Andrews

When Andrews left the Blades for the Bees last year, the latter’s director of football Phil Giles said: "Everyone at Brentford is extremely happy to see Keith join us at pre-season training for his first day today.

"He is someone we have known for a while and always had in mind for a role at some point in the future.

"Whilst he has had more wide-ranging coaching roles in the past, focusing on set-pieces as a specialism is something which we think he has the qualities to do extremely well, and I’m sure that our staff can help him develop as a coach, too.

"Set-pieces are an important part of what we do well and I’m sure we’ll maintain those standards with Keith in charge.”

Manor Solomon is reportedly hoping to make a breakthrough at Tottenham Hotspur following his successful loan spell at Leeds United.

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When Leeds signed the winger on loan last summer, it was clear they had landed an incredibly gifted player.

However, the 25-year-old had been plagued by injury and consequently had struggled to cement his place at Tottenham.

Solomon enjoyed an impressive campaign at Elland Road, helping the Whites clinch the Championship title with his contributions from the flank.

Reports indicated the Israel international was being eyed for a permanent move to West Yorkshire, but it appears a deal may be difficult to pursue.

Manor Solomon twist

According to reporter Graeme Bailey, Solomon wants to try become a first-team regular in North London.

Speaking to The Boot Room, he said: “I am told that Solomon still thinks he can break into the first team at Tottenham. He has gained so much confidence from his spell at Leeds and now feels fully adapted to English football.

“He is a very interesting option, Spurs like him and are ready to let him prove himself during pre-season.”

It had previously been suggested Solomon is open to an Elland Road return and it now remains to be seen what the future holds for the wideman.

His future may well be dictated by the decision Tottenham make on their head coach this summer, with doubts over Ange Postecoglou’s job security having emerged.

Solomon’s love for Leeds

Solomon thoroughly enjoyed his time at Leeds and made no secret of his affection for the club during his loan spell.

After helping the Whites seal promotion to the Premier League, he posted on social media: “After nearly a year without football, I couldn’t have asked for a better comeback season and a better ending.

“I really don’t know what the future holds, but I do know that Leeds United will forever be in my heart.

“Thank you again, fans, for the unforgettable past few weeks and all your incredible support and love throughout the entire season. We are the champions.”

However, the prospect of playing in Europe with Tottenham could well prove tough to resist.

Leeds United are reportedly among the clubs keen on Millwall defender Japhet Tanganga.

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The 26-year-old, who can operate as a centre-back or right-back, is a product of Tottenham Hotspur’s academy.

He was blooded by Jose Mourinho and made 50 appearances for Spurs first-team level, while also winning caps for England at youth level.

A permanent move to Millwall was sanctioned last year and Tanganga has thrived in the Championship.

Premier League interest in Tanganga

According to GiveMeSport, Leeds are among the clubs keen to prise the defender from the capital and give him another chance in the top flight.

Also believed to be keen are Leeds’ fellow promoted clubs Sunderland and Burnley. Tanganga is believed to have a release clause worth just under £2m, meaning he could be a bargain signing.

Leeds are thought to have been tracking Tanganga for a while, although interest from Burnley is reportedly strong.

All three of the Premier League newcomers are believed to be weighing up formal offers.

The report claims Millwall are aware of interest in their coveted asset and it remains to be seen if they can retain his services.

Importance of bargains in modern market

In the modern-day transfer market, the importance of bargain signings cannot be underestimated.

With valuations often inflated, it can prove incredibly difficult to sign players of the required pedigree without breaking the bank.

It is this fact that makes Tanganga such an intriguing option, as he should arguably move for a fee considerably higher than £2m.

In Leeds’ recent history, some of their best signings have been players signed for modest sums of money.

Stuart Dallas set the Whites back a reported £1.3m when he joined from Brentford in 2015 and is now considered a modern-day club hero.

Other members of Leeds’ 2020 promotion-winning squad, such as Luke Ayling and Liam Cooper, also arrived for relatively small fees.

Wolverhampton Wanderers are reportedly pushing to sign Leeds United-linked forward Evann Guessand.

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The 23-year-old has seen his stock soar of late, having delivered a haul of 13 goals and 10 assists for Nice last season.

He has also enjoyed an international breakthrough with the Ivory Coast and at 23, there is plenty of time for the marksman to blossom further.

This year, TEAMtalk have credited both Leeds and Tottenham with interest in Guessand. However, it appears there is serious interest emerging from the Midlands.

Evann Guessand interest

Sky Sports have claimed Wolves are pushing hard to secure the signature of Guessand ahead of rivals.

The Premier League are said to be considering making an offer, with a potential deal thought to be worth over £25m.

Wolves have been left with a rather significant hole in their attack following the sale of Matheus Cunha to Manchester United, a hole Guessand could potentially fill.

Leeds United’s forward hunt

Leeds have been linked with a clutch of forwards in recent months, with speculation having intensified since their promotion to the Premier League was confirmed.

Joel Piroe out-scored each of his counterparts in the Championship last season but did not always impress with his performances.

Depth, meanwhile, will be important if the Whites are to survive in the famously ruthless top flight.

Patrick Bamford, Mateo Joseph and Joe Gelhardt have all been linked with moves away from Elland Road, therefore significant investment in the frontline may be required.

Among those to have been linked with Leeds are Hamburg’s Davie Selke and Newcastle United’s Callum Wilson.

Selke helped Hamburg seal promotion to the Bundesliga last term with a prolific season, while Wilson is a vastly-experienced marksman with a revered goal record.

Leeds United shareholder TJ McConnell has admitted he would like to see Tottenham Hotspur winger Manor Solomon return to Elland Road.

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McConnell, a star in the NBA for the Indiana Pacers, is among the high-profile figures to have invested in Leeds and become a minority shareholder.

Investment from various stars of sport was sparked by the arrival of 49ers Enterprises in West Yorkshire, and a number have become emotionally invested in the Whites.

McConnell kept close tabs on Leeds as they clinched the Championship title - and now wants to see a loan star of the promotion-winning campaign retained.

TJ McConnell on Manor Solomon

Speaking to Israeli channel 'Sport 5', McConnell said: "I didn't know too much about Manor but my friend Larry Nance [Jr.] who is also a Leeds fan [and minority investor] told me about him and said he would be a huge boost for us. Wow, how right he was.

"Manor had an amazing season. His Championship goal [against Plymouth Argyle] was fantastic, it was really fun to watch him throughout the season.

“Of course I would like to see him stay at Leeds next season after everything he has done for the club. I don't make the decisions but I really like Solomon as a player.”

Leeds United interest in Manor Solomon

Reports have indicated Leeds would like to sign the 25-year-old on a permanent basis. However, he is still under contract at Tottenham and has also been linked with the likes of Everton and Marseille.

The Israel international arrived on loan at Leeds last year with a reputation as an injury-plagued player.

However, he shook off those issues and was a regular fixture throughout the season, having just one brief stint on the sidelines.

He scored 10 goals in the Championship, including the one that secured the title in the dying embers against Plymouth.

Manor Solomon on his future

In a farewell message following the conclusion of his loan spell at Leeds, Solomon conceded he did not know what the future held.

He said: “After nearly a year without football, I couldn’t have asked for a better comeback season and a better ending.

“I really don’t know what the future holds, but I do know that Leeds United will forever be in my heart.

“Thank you again, fans, for the unforgettable past few weeks and all your incredible support and love throughout the entire season. We are the champions!”