Manor Solomon ‘to seek’ permanent exit as Chelsea target Henderson leaves Brentford | OneFootball

Leeds United’s pre-season in the US continues against Sunderland tomorrow, with transfer work intensifying and a club-record 40 million move for James Trafford targeted as their third summer arrival. If completed, it would see Leeds fill their three priority positions with top targets.

Free agent Harry Wilson made his unofficial debut against Wrexham last weekend, and centre-back Tarik Muharemovic could follow. The Daily Mail reports former loanee Manor Solomon is keen to leave Tottenham permanently, with recently-relegated West Ham interested.

Solomon hit 10 goals and 13 assists on loan at Elland Road in 2024/25, including an added-time winner at Plymouth Argyle on the final day to seal the title. Leeds chose not to pursue a reunion for 2025/26, and subsequent loans at Villarreal and Fiorentina were underwhelming.

Despite featuring in all three pre-season games under Roberto De Zerbi, he is seeking a more settled home away from North London. Spurs are expected to be open to a sale as they look to recoup funds after an expensive summer.

Ipswich Town have signed Royale Union Saint-Gilloise goalkeeper Kjell Scherpen on a four-year contract, in a deal believed to be worth around 11 million. The Dutch Under-21 international, at six foot nine, kept 21 clean sheets in 43 appearances last season and will be the tallest player in Premier League history.

Jordan Henderson has left Brentford by mutual consent amid interest from Chelsea, with Xabi Alonso keen to add Premier League experience. The midfielder expressed gratitude for his time at Brentford and his two-year deal ends a year early as talks progress with Chelsea. If he signs, he would join Danny Welbeck, whose switch from Brighton is all but confirmed, marking a shift in strategy at Stamford Bridge.

Source: yorkshireeveningpost.co.uk