Daniel Farke, the manager of Leeds United, is gearing himself for life in the Championship by trying to make an impression in the summer transfer market.
Daniel Farke, the manager of Leeds United, is reportedly interested in signing Chelsea’s Ethan Ampadu, thus the club is eager to start the summer transfer period strong. Although things have not exactly worked out at Stamford Bridge for the Welshman, his impressive World Cup performance will live long in the mind.
It’s now six years since Chelsea snapped up Ampadu from Exeter City, having made his senior debut as a 15-year-old. Loan spells at RB Leipzig, Sheffield United, Venezia and Spezia yielded mixed results, and he is yet to nail down a spot in the Blues’ first team.
The 22-year-old, who can play as a defensive midfielder or at centre back, has already earned 44 caps for Wales at the international level. At the 2014 World Cup, one particular performance stood out, during which he was named his country’s “best player” in a 1-1 draw with the USA.
The Evening Standard reports that Leeds is hoping to profit on Ampadu’s uncertain future as a result of making Chelsea an offer.
Leeds are the only team that have formally submitted a bid for the permanent move thus far. The adaptable youngster is valued at £12 million by Chelsea.
After being demoted to the second division, the Whites may find it difficult to attain such a goal. Additionally, a number of other suitors, such as clubs from the Premier League and Serie A, may make the pursuit more difficult.
