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Solomon wants Elland Road switch but Leeds identify fresh forward target

Solomon has been told he can leave Spurs this summer

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Manor Solomon's hopes of returning to Leeds United face a new obstacle as Leeds believe they have an opportunity to sign the AC Milan forward Noah Okafor.

Standard Sport understands that Solomon wishes to return to Leeds this summer.

Tottenham would be willing to sell Solomon this summer if a suitable offer arrives. The Israel international is not part of new manager Thomas Frank’s plans.

The 26-year-old winger last played for Spurs in September 2023, before suffering a serious knee injury and then spending last season on loan with Leeds in the Championship.

Solomon helped Leeds to promotion during his loan spell at Elland Road last season

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Sololon impressed at Elland Road, scoring ten goals in 41 matches - including the stoppage-time winner against Plymouth that secured the title.

A decision was taken during the pre-season tour that Solomon would again be allowed to leave Spurs, either on loan or through a permanent exit.

But while a return to Leeds has been touted and is Solomon’s preference, it is understood the Yorkshire club hold genuine interest in Okafor, and that a move for the highly-rated Switzerland international could hamper Solomon’s chances of re-joining Leeds.

Okafor spent the second half of last season on loan at Napoli but played only four times for the Serie A champions.

Spurs are looking to further strengthen their attack despite plans to move Solomon on. They are interested in Crystal Palace’s Eberechi Eze as well as Manchester City youngster Savinho.

In June, Leeds had a bid of £32million including add-ons for Rodrigo Muniz rejected by Fulham.