Jamie Shackleton contract update emerges at Leeds United as transfers lined up

Leeds United player Jamie Shackleton is "attracting interest" from Sheffield United and several other clubs this summer, according to Adam Pope.

The BBC Radio Leeds commentator posted on X (27 June) with an update that the Blades are one of the clubs circling Shackleton with his current contract at Elland Road set to expire on 30 June.

Shackleton is in line to leave the club, but along with captain Liam Cooper, was stated to still be in discussions over a potential extension when their retained list was released [LeedsLive, 7 June].

At present, Shackleton is still free to speak with other clubs over a potential transfer elsewhere, and unless he accepts the deal offered to him, he will be a free agent able to move.

Jamie Shackleton transfer lined up at Elland Road

Shackleton's time at Elland Road looks to be up despite him remaining in discussions over a new deal, and it could be the best move for everyone if he is to move on.

Sheffield United's financial problems have already seen them hit with a two-point deduction for the start of the new season, thus bringing in Shackleton for free would be a strong start to their summer business [The Sheffield Star, 27 June].

The 24-year-old's career could stall if he stays put having made just 15 appearances in all competitions last season, and as a player adept in multiple positions, he needs to find a club where he'll get regular minutes.

36 Championship appearances on loan at Millwall in 2022-23 were by far the most Shackleton has racked up in a single campaign, and that must surely have played on his mind as a serial bench-warmer for Daniel Farke's side last season.

Furthermore, while letting Shackleton go wouldn't see the Whites bring in any financial recompense, it would free up both wages and a position in the squad for a full-back or central midfielder - two positions the club are already likely to need this summer [The Athletic, 13 June].

In other Leeds news, a clause has emerged as the Whites want to sign a new double-winning attacker.

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