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Leeds United (ENG) are another English club interested in signing João Gomes, former Flamengo player

Wolverhampton (ENG) were mathematically relegated last Monday (20), following West Ham’s draw. As a result, Leeds United (ENG) have now become another club interested in signing midfielder João Gomes, formerly of Flamengo, who will not remain in the second division.

According to the English outlet TEAMtalk, Leeds United have added João Gomes to their list of targets for the next transfer window. In addition, André, formerly of Fluminense and also at Wolverhampton, is another player the club are monitoring.

That means João Gomes will be one of the most sought-after players on the European market during the World Cup period. Besides Leeds, Manchester United (ENG), Tottenham (ENG), Atlético de Madrid (ESP), and Napoli (ITA) are also keeping an eye on the player.

WHAT IS JOÃO GOMES’ SITUATION?

João Gomes is one of the Premier League’s top defensive players. The former Flamengo player averages three tackles per game. Therefore, even with Wolverhampton’s relegation, the defensive midfielder is expected to remain in the top flight.

WHAT ABOUT FLAMENGO?

Flamengo, João Gomes’ former club, remain focused on the upcoming challenges of the season. The Rubro-Negro take the field this Wednesday (22) against Vitória at the Maracanã at 9:30 p.m. (Brasília time), in the first leg of the fifth round of the Copa do Brasil.

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