Leeds United ready £1.2m transfer after Japhet Tanganga approval
Leeds United could potentially sign former Tottenham centre-back Japhet Tanganga this summer transfer window.
The 26-year-old joined Millwall as a free agent last summer after spending six months on loan from Spurs.
Max Wober could be on his way out of Elland Road in the coming weeks, giving the Whites an incentive to reinforce their backline.
Daniel Farke may soon have Tanganga at his disposal as a move could be readied soon for the 26-year-old, who had an impressive Championship campaign in South East London.
Tanganga transfer to be sanctioned after Leeds United get approval
Leeds are to sanction a transfer for Tanganga once the defender gives his approval, according to Express Sport.
The news outlet reports (13 June) that the Whites, along with Crystal Palace, Sunderland and Burnley are interested in the 26-year-old, and the centre-back’s preferred club will be ready to proceed with his signing.
| Competition | Appearances | Goals | Minutes played |
| Championship | 40 | 2 | 3553 |
It’s been claimed that the Englishman’s contract has a £1.2million release clause valid for Premier League outfits this summer, and the Elland Road hierarchy could trigger it.
With the ex-Tottenham ace wanting his future to be resolved by the end of June, his situation will be worth keeping an eye on.
Farke must add more than Tanganga to Leeds backline this summer transfer window
Pascal Struijk picked up an injury at Leeds in the final stretch of the season, and it remains to be seen how the 25-year-old will perform once he returns.
Farke relied on Ethan Ampadu to fill in for the Dutchman at centre-back, but the Welshman’s consistent fitness issues make him unreliable.
The German manager didn’t trust James Debayo in the previous campaign, and it wouldn’t be surprising to see him leave on loan soon.
Joe Rodon has been a trustworthy option in defence for Leeds in recent seasons, but he’s struggled to perform in the Premier League previously.
Even if Tanganga is signed by the West Yorkshire outfit this summer, they’ll arguably need more additions in their backline.
The Whites should build a competitive team to avoid embarrassing themselves in the top flight, with Ipswich Town, Leicester City and Southampton getting a reality check after winning promotion.
While the ex-Spurs defender had a decent campaign in the Championship, there will undoubtedly be questions over his qualities in the Premier League.