Leeds United transfer news: Twist emerges in Koni De Winter chase
Leeds United are looking to secure promotion and return to the Premier League come the end of the season.
A lot of the players currently at the club may not be good enough to play week in and week out in the top flight.
Thus, it’s prudent for the Whites to plan in advance for the summer transfer window to secure new signings.
Koni De Winter is on Leeds’ radar ahead of the summer
Leeds were linked with a move for Koni De Winter back in March 2024 as well, back when he was on the books at Juventus. [Dean Jones]
However, he’s now joined Genoa on a permanent basis and the interest in him has certainly not waned.
I News reported on 15 February that along with Leeds, Wolves and West Ham are also keeping tabs on the 22-year-old centre-back.
The Belgium international is also capable of playing as a full-back and certainly seems a tailor-made Premier League defender.
Leeds United must now begin talks with Koni De Winter’s representatives
It’s time for the Whites to establish direct communication with Genoa and the player’s representatives, highlighting their long-term vision for him in the Premier League.
Scouting reports should be intensified, focusing on his versatility as a centre-back and full-back, as well as his “Vincent Kompany-like” style, to assess how he fits Daniel Farke’s system.
Leeds must also prepare a competitive financial package, considering interest from Wolves and West Ham and Genoa’s likely reluctance to lose a key 22-year-old talent.
Engaging De Winter personally with a clear pathway to regular first-team football could be a differentiator, especially if Leeds secure promotion.
Additionally, they should monitor his performances in Serie A to identify any weaknesses competitors might exploit, ensuring their bid is both timely and compelling.
Acting early and building relationships will be crucial to outmanoeuvring rivals and bringing the Belgian international to Elland Road.
Failure to secure promotion would certainly complicate matters as both West Ham and Wolves would be able to offer him top-flight football along with higher wages which would likely see him snubbing a move to West Yorkshire.