Leeds United transfer news: Club in advanced talks for ‘next Van Dijk’, deal for keeper close & Chelsea midfielder eyed

Leeds transfer news

In this article he will bring you all of the recent Leeds United transfer news. Make sure to check back tomorrow for more updates.

Leeds in talks for Celtic star

First up, Leeds United look to be eyeing a move for Celtic youngster, Leo Hjelde.

Hjelde would sign for Celtic in 2019 from Norwegian outfit, Rosenborg.

The 17-year-old has since been loaned out to Ross County, who he made 12 appearances for in 2020/21.

Now, the young defender is seemingly being eyed by Leeds, with Football Insider claiming that the Peacocks are in advanced talks to sign Hjelde, who has been dubbed the ‘next Van Dijk’.

The youngster is understood to have been offered a contract by Leeds and has indicated he is very keen to join the Yorkshire outfit.

Leeds close to signing keeper

Elsewhere, an update on Leeds’ pursuit of Kristoffer Klaesson has been forthcoming online.

Leeds’ interest in the young goalkeeper began to emerge earlier this week.

And now The Athletic are reporting that Klaesson is set to fly to England for a medical next week with Leeds on the verge of finalising a deal for the goalkeeper.

Conor Gallagher eyed by Leeds

Finally, Leeds look to be eyeing a move for a second Chelsea star this summer.

The Whites have already signed youngster Lewis Bate on a permanent deal from the Blues.

And now it appears they are also looking to sign Conor Gallagher. The youngster has already impressed in the Premier League on loan last campaign with West Brom.

And now football.london are reporting that Gallagher has held talks with Crystal Palace and Leeds over a potential loan deal for 2021/22.

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