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Leeds Chase Elvedi: World Cup Star for Defense
20 Jun
Summary
- Leeds United targets Nico Elvedi from Borussia Monchengladbach.
- Elvedi has a €10m release clause, with Leeds offering €8.5m.
- Noah Okafor could influence Elvedi's decision to join Leeds.
Leeds United is actively seeking to strengthen their central defense by targeting Nico Elvedi, a player currently representing Switzerland at the World Cup. The Borussia Monchengladbach defender is entering the final year of his contract with the German club. Leeds manager Daniel Farke, who has prior experience coaching Elvedi, is reportedly eager for a reunion.
Initial talks are underway, with Leeds United prepared to offer €8.5 million for Elvedi. However, Monchengladbach considers this insufficient, aiming for the defender's €10 million release clause. Elvedi's strong performances at the World Cup, including a full 90 minutes in a recent win, could attract further competition if a deal isn't finalized quickly.
Adding a potential boost for Leeds, winger Noah Okafor, also part of the Switzerland squad, could influence Elvedi's decision. Despite Okafor's limited playing time at the tournament, his presence at Elland Road might sway Elvedi towards a move, potentially simplifying the transfer process given the existing release clause.
