Leeds United make Shea Charles stance clear to Southampton after latest bid | OneFootball

Leeds United have set a firm limit in their pursuit of Shea Charles, making their position clear to Southampton after a fresh approach. yorkshireeveningpost.co.uk understands the proposal lodged in recent days is their best and final offer.

The Whites had two earlier bids for the Northern Ireland international turned down this summer. Crystal Palace and Fulham have also been linked with the 23-year-old.

Southampton are thought to be seeking as much as £30m and are holding out for a fee closer to that valuation. Leeds will hold firm on their latest figure, though they could revisit the move if Saints soften their stance.

Charles started 21 Championship matches last season and already has more than 100 second-tier appearances. He has 35 caps for his country.

He scored in cup ties against Arsenal and Liverpool, and netted in the play-off semi-final win over Middlesbrough. Spygate then denied Saints a Wembley final place.

Source: yorkshireeveningpost.co.uk