Leeds United ‘may have been handed Artem Dovbyk boost after what happened v Aston Villa
Leeds United could now edge closer to the signing of Artem Dovbyk from Roma.
The Ukraine international has emerged as a target for the Whites, who are in desperate need of additional quality in the number nine position.
Despite the successes of Joel Piroe in the Championship last season, there is no doubt that a new striker with top-level experience feels necessary.
This could now see the Elland Road club step up their approach for Dovbyk, especially after what happened with the forward and Aston Villa.
Dovbyk features for Roma v Aston Villa
With just over a week until the new Premier League campaign begins, the need for an attacking signing is growing day by day for Daniel Farke.
As a result, any sort of encouragement to land a target must be taken as a matter of urgency by those in the boardroom at Thorp Arch.
With that being said, the Whites have surely been alerted by a fresh opportunity to sign the Ukrainian striker before the campaign kicks off.
| Stat | Artem Dovbyk |
| Appearances | 45 |
| Goals | 17 |
| Assists | 3 |
This comes after the 28-year-old started for Roma in their 4-0 pre-season friendly defeat against Aston Villa on Wednesday (6 August).
It is fair to say that the ex-Girona man failed to showcase his talents at the Pallet Track Bescot Stadium, something which could leave the door open for Leeds to strike.
This comes as the Serie A side saw doubts grow in the striker after his general performance and lack of a single shot against the Villans.
The Italians could now consider a bid in the region of £27million for Dovbyk, something which could represent a green light for the LS11 outfit.
Leeds United must activate Dovbyk interest
It would prove to be a bold call to sign a striker target off the back of a poor showing, but that is the frustrating situation Farke’s side finds itself in.
If the German could finally part ways with Patrick Bamford at Elland Road, there is no doubt that Dovbyk would represent an ideal alternative.
- Farke has told Bamford that he has no future at Leeds
- The Englishman remains in LS11 and seems to be scuppering any new business
With Gian Piero Gasperini seemingly growing impatient with the number nine, Leeds could take advantage to land a cut-price deal.
This could ultimately prove to be one of the most important moves they could make this summer, especially this close to opening night against Everton.
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