Leeds United stance shared as Millwall make January transfer offer for Charlie Cresswell
Beren Cross reports that several clubs have made proposals for Charlie Cresswell, who is now with Leeds United.
The LeedsLive reporter said that a permanent departure seemed likely in an update posted on his personal Twitter account on Tuesday, January 16.
According to reports, Cresswell, who has failed to get playing time under Daniel Farke, has had an offer from a number of clubs, including Millwall.
According to the source, Cresswell’s departure may potentially “ignite a flurry of essential business for Leeds” in the latter part of the window.
Let him go
The fact that Cresswell has started just one league game this season is evidence that he has no future at Elland Road under Farke’s leadership.
In Saturday’s (January 13) 3-0 victory against Cardiff City, the defender was once again completely left out of the starting lineup.
Although it’s being reported that no offer has come close to what Leeds is holding out for, other teams are reportedly interested in Cresswell.
However, it is not within the Whites’ financial means to forfeit a charge while simultaneously harbouring an unsatisfied player.
Apart from that, it is also unfair to Cresswell that this is stunting his career when he could be playing frequently somewhere else.
The intention is that the funds will be immediately reinvested in the team in the event that a deal is achieved with another team.
In light of Djed Spence’s loan arrangement being terminated, a full-back needs to be prioritised before the window shuts.
In any event, this update indicates that within the following two weeks, Elland Road will likely see some additional entering and leaving business.
In related news:
Ex-Leeds United star Robert Snodgrass pens emotional retirement message
Throughout his career, Robert Snodgrass played for a variety of teams, including West Ham United, Leeds United, Aston Villa, West Bromwich Albion, and Luton Town.
The 20-year playing career of former Leeds United winger Robert Snodgrass has come to an end. After stints with the Whites, Norwich City, Hull City, West Ham United, Aston Villa, West Brom and Luton Town, the 36-year-old began his career at Livingston.
Before joining the Canaries in July 2012, Snodgrass played for United for four years at Elland Road and made over 150 appearances. The 36-year-old expressed his gratitude to all those who helped make his career a total success in an emotional Instagram post.
“After 20 years of playing professional football, I have officially retired and decided to call it a day and hang up my boots.
“A little lad from the east end of Glasgow got to live his childhood dream for 20 years playing at 10 great clubs, meeting amazing people, and building relationships with staff and people around those clubs. Getting to represent my country, playing over 600+ games, scoring over 100+ goals and 100+ assists is something I wouldn’t have ever imagined doing, then getting told in 2014 I might never play football again after a career-ending knee injury. To then come back and play another 250+ games is something that I am grateful for.
“Big thank you to my family and friends and my agents for supporting me and being there. I wouldn’t have played for so long if I didn’t have the support of you all. Thank you to my teammates and coaches.
“Lastly, a huge thank you to the supporters who drove me forward and supported me through good and bad times.
“I have always tried to play for the badge and what that meant to the fans and the history and traditions of your football club. Also knowing the money you paid to come and watch, the least you deserved was a minimum of hard work and I hope I showed you that.
“I will miss this beautiful game but from the last six months, it’s time to give my knowledge and help to the next generation.”
Said the Scotland international .