Shea Charles talks ‘to continue’ as Leeds weigh price and rival interest | OneFootball

Leeds United remain in negotiations with Southampton over Shea Charles despite suggestions of a U-turn this week. iNews reports that the Whites are still in talks and have not walked away from a deal.

Southampton are believed to value the Northern Ireland midfielder at up to £30m. A second Leeds offer of £23m plus add-ons did not succeed, and the third is unlikely to have topped an initial £25m, with Fulham among other Premier League clubs linked.

Anything beyond £25m would appear steep for Leeds, and a premium may be required amid wider interest. Many supporters want the club to pivot to alternative targets.

Leeds have already added two players, Harry Wilson and Tarik Muharemovic, with the latter seen as a replacement for Pascal Struijk. Recruitment work continues while the squad are in the United States.

They face Wrexham in Florida on Sunday, and the market could shift quickly now the World Cup has finished, with high-profile players potentially on the move.

Source: Leedsunited.news