Leeds likely to lose highly-rated ace in January with player still keen to move
The all-whites endured a lot last summer as a result of numerous transfers in and out of the squad, new ownership, and a manager in Farke who was very much in transition.
The manager will undoubtedly not benefit if there is another disruption to the dressing room harmony, even though one player still seems to desire to leave Elland Road after failing to arrange a transfer during the summer.
The 19-year-old Willy Gnonto, who made headlines for going on strike at the start of the 2023–24 Championship campaign, is reportedly still hoping to go, and Everton is expected to rival any approaches from Serie A clubs.
Although a lot can happen in the two months until the January window opens for business, it appears that a huge event must occur before the player would even consider changing his decision.
It is expected that a sum exceeding £20 million will be required to acquire Gnonto’s services. Furthermore, Everton may face a points deduction in the coming season, making it unlikely that the player, who appears disinterested in playing in the Championship, would agree to join a team that might be demoted at the end of the current campaign.
Jason, I’m afraid this is all pure conjecture that verges on fiction. Can Everton provide even £25k, let alone £25m, in addition? … why in the world would Gnonto select a team that, although still in danger of relegation, SHOUD be punished a minimum of 12 points?
In a related development:
Leeds United identify ideal Crysencio Summerville replacement as transfer development emerges
The season has started off quite well for Leeds United winger Crysencio Summerville, who has been playing brilliantly under Daniel Farke.
The 22-year-old has played in 11 Championship games and has six goals and four assists, including two goals and two assists in Saturday’s 4-1 victory over Huddersfield Town (October 28).
Farke and all Whites supporters will be delighted to see him in such excellent condition, but it also raises concerns because rumors are starting to circulate about his future with the team.
The dynamic winger is expected to leave in January, according to Dutch journalist Suleyman Ozturk, who made this prediction in a video posted on the Voetbal International website on Tuesday, October 31.
While everyone associated with the Elland Road club will be hope that this doesn’t happen, if Summerville does receive an offer that is just too good to refuse, West Yorkshire’s authorities might be compelled to find a successor.
Thankfully, Jhon Arias of Fluminense appears to be a ready-made replacement for the Whites. The Whites are one of several teams vying to recruit the 26-year-old Colombian international, according to TEAMtalk (October 31).
With nine goals and thirteen assists in 53 appearances in 2023, the versatile attacker—who can play both out wide and centrally—helped Fluminense get to the Copa Libertadores final, where they will take on Boca Juniors on Saturday, November 4.
It might be challenging for Leeds to pull off given the high demand for his services, but he is unquestionably a strong contender to succeed Summerville in the event that the latter departs.
