Leeds United considering other targets as Southampton reject third bid for Shea Charles | OneFootball

Leeds United are considering moving on to other targets after Southampton rejected their third bid for Shea Charles, according to Sky Sports.

The Saints are playing hardball, and Leeds are unwilling to pay more than their most recent bid.

Leeds’ offer remains on the table if Southampton reconsider their position, but Crystal Palace and Fulham have joined them in the race.

They are the only club to have made a formal offer for the 22-year-old.

The Saints want £25 million plus add-ons for Charles, and Leeds will not match that valuation.

Fulham are preparing a £24m offer for the Manchester City academy graduate, and Southampton could be open to doing a deal.

The Whites have signed Wales international Harry Wilson on a free transfer after he left Fulham.

Slovenia-born defender Tarik Muharemovic has also joined from Sassuolo in a £34m deal, and more additions are on the cards.

However, a deal for Charles is increasingly looking unlikely as the Saints are waiting for the highest bidder.

Leeds have started preparations for next season, with the squad travelling for their pre-season tour of the United States today.

Manager Daniel Farke would prefer to sign all of his summer transfer targets before pre-season ends.