Sources: Zion Suzuki 'very happy' with transfer as Leeds United lead race

Leeds United are currently ahead in the race to sign Parma goalkeeper Zion Suzuki, MOT Leeds News understands.

Harry Wilson is set to become the first major signing of the summer at Elland Road, but several deals are continuing in the background.

Money is also on the table for Shea Charles at Southampton, but that could be trumped by a headline move for Suzuki.

Representing Japan at the 2026 World Cup with Ao Tanaka, the goalkeeper really made a name for himself with several saves against Brazil.

It wasn't enough in the end, with the Blue Samarai now returning home.

That could open the door for a move to Leeds and Daniel Farke, who have moved to the head of the queue to get a deal sorted.

What does Zion Suzuki want with his next move?

Having moved from Japan to Italy with Parma, the goalkeeper has joined the same path as Gianluigi Buffon.

While he stayed in Italy with Juventus, a move to the Premier League is now most likely for Suzuki.

Speaking with MOT Leeds News, William Lasalandra of popular Italian outlet Calciomercato has delivered insight.

It is said that Suzuki would be "very happy" to seal a move to England and the Premier League.

Leeds offer just that, and with a deal worth over £25million already mooted, it won't be cheap.

Where does that leave Karl Darlow?

Karl Darlow is now officially a free agent.

Despite his contract expiring at the end of June, Leeds have made their move to secure him to a new deal in LS11.

Much seemingly depends on the Welshman and Lucas Perri.

If Darlow leaves, would Perri be happy to stick around as a number two behind a new signing such as Suzuki?

Then, would Darlow be happy to sign new terms and sit behind someone like Suzuki at this stage of his career?

With Everton now interested in Darlow, too, these are the questions that need to be answered quickly.

If Leeds don't crack on and make use of their advantage with Suzuki, but also lose their Welshman, they could be in trouble.