Leeds United ‘were monitoring’ Rangers teenager Bailey Rice but midfielder commits to Ibrox | OneFootball

Leeds United had been monitoring Rangers teenager Bailey Rice this summer, but the 19-year-old has opted against a move.

Daily Record reports that Leeds were among several clubs tracking the defensive midfielder amid uncertainty at Ibrox, with Rice committing his future after contract talks.

Ajax, Schalke, Nottingham Forest and newly relegated West Ham were also in the mix, underlining how far his reputation has travelled.

Despite an injury-ravaged campaign, Rice made one first-team appearance for Rangers last season after suffering a serious setback, yet interest in his potential remained strong.

His decision signals confidence in the project around him at Ibrox and serves as a statement of intent from a fellow 49ers Enterprises-owned club.

Leeds will keep watching, while Daniel Farke still aims to strengthen his midfield, reflected in interest in Southampton’s Shea Charles.

Source: Leedsunited.news