Writer alerts Leeds United supporters to impending “pain” in the summer transfer window
For Leeds United supporters, Archie Gray’s passing earlier this month was a very painful pill to swallow.
In their official statement announcing his move to Tottenham Hotspur, the club even called his departure “heart-breaking,” but there may still be more to come.
When word leaked out on social media that Gray was very close to moving to Brentford, Leeds supporters went into a complete meltdown. It has definitely placed the 49ers on the back foot for the remainder of the window, even though it did alleviate somewhat when it became evident he would be joining the Spurs.
While both Daniel Farke and Paraag Marathe had assured them they were in a better position to start the window sooner than they were a year ago, the lack of incoming activity that has ensued since has done little to provide any relief.
In actuality, more discussion has focused on which of Leeds’ other important players will be departing, even though Gray’s sales have allayed their PSR worries.
Glen Kamara became the latest member of Leeds’ first team to confirm his move to Rennes on Tuesday. Although Leeds had stated that they wanted to keep Kamara until a fee was agreed upon last weekend, Kamara’s departure raises questions about who else could leave. Graeme Bailey warns of “pain to come” for Leeds this summer.
Although they all contributed to Friday’s friendly victory at Harrogate Town, Junior Firpo, Wilfried Gnonto, and Crysencio Summerville have all been linked to top-flight moves, which will be difficult for them to ignore for a second consecutive summer.
Although Leeds has stated that any departures will be on their terms, Graeme Bailey has revealed exclusively to LeedsUnited.News that there will be more “pain” in the future over potential departures.
“Clearly there are problems getting money in,” he remarked. I’ve heard that Everton may attempt to make Harrison a permanent this summer in order to clear the way for Armando Broja and Kalvin Phillips to join, as it frees up their loan positions. But Leeds won’t be greatly affected by it.
Leeds still field a highly capable team, but there will
What is the present state of affairs concerning Summerville, Gnonto, and Firpo?
Firpo appears to be the player closest to leaving at this point, having apparently reached a personal agreement with Real Betis over a possible transfer.
That being said, his Instagram message to Mateo Joseph following their pairing for Leeds’ Friday night opener may indicate he plans to stay.
For the second summer in a straight, Gnonto is reportedly eager to join Everton, as the Toffees rekindled their interest in him earlier this week.
Many clubs throughout Europe are still interested in Summerville, but no firm proposals have been received as of yet.
