Ben Chilwell could be heading to Leeds (Photo by Darren Walsh/Chelsea FC via Getty Images)
Leeds are determined to make significant additions to their squad ahead of returning to the Premier League, and players with experience of playing in English football’s top division are expected to be prioritised. And someone that falls into this category is Ben Chilwell.
The departure of Junior Firpo, whose move to Real Betis was made official on Thursday, means that Leeds need a new left-back. They are considering a number of options, and it has now been revealed that Chilwell is among them.
Leeds interested in signing Ben Chilwell from Chelsea
Ben Chilwell in action for Crystal Palace (Photo by Carl Recine/Getty Images)
As per Football Insider, Mick Brown has confirmed that Leeds are among the clubs interested in signing Chilwell this summer.
“Ben Chilwell is going to leave Chelsea this summer. I think he is a very, very good full-back and he showed that at times at Palace.
“From what I’m told, there are plenty of Premier League clubs looking at him. There are a few clubs short of good left-backs, I know the three promoted clubs have had a look, and West Ham were considering it as well. I’d be very surprised if he didn’t leave Chelsea before this window closes, so it’s one to keep an eye on.
“Leeds are one of the interested clubs and have been looking to strengthen at left-back. The manager is determined to strengthen his squad after getting promoted, and he wants to add more Premier League experience to help them out. This window isn’t just about big deals for the starting XI, they’re going to need depth as well.
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“So they’ll be keeping a close eye on Chilwell, because it might depend on how much Chelsea are asking for or what his wage demands are. But if he is allowed to leave, I hear they’ll be among the interested parties.”
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