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title: "Leeds United: Manchester United interested in Kalvin Phillips"
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author: "Lee Connor"
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published: "2019-10-28T07:20:57Z"
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# Leeds United: Manchester United interested in Kalvin Phillips

**Leeds United could be set for a fight to keep hold of star midfielder Kalvin Phillips, with Manchester United the latest club to be linked with a move.**

The Leeds-born midfielder has developed into the key cog at the base of Marcelo Bielsa’s midfield and has been one of the [most consistent performers](https://www.whoscored.com/Players/270446/History/Kalvin-Phillips) for the club in the last 18 months.

![](https://cdn.footballtransfertavern.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/THE-BREAKDOWN.png)

However, [according to a report from the Sun](https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/10219464/man-utd-phillips-leeds-transfer-scouts/), Manchester United assistant Mike Phelan has made personal checks on Phillips this season as the Old Trafford club continue to look to young, hungry players for their squad.

Phillips signed a new deal with Leeds only a [few months ago](https://www.leedsunited.com/news/team-news/25470/kalvin-phillips-signs-new-contract) but that will not put off United, who have limitless funds and can offer Phillips the chance to play at the very top level of English football.

The midfielder was [linked](https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/9915355/leeds-27m-spurs-kalvin-phillips-bielsa/) with a mega-money move to Tottenham Hotspur in the summer but stayed at Elland Road to help lead a second charge under Marcelo Bielsa at Championship promotion.

He scored the [winning goal](https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/50024113) just last week against Birmingham City as the club celebrated its 100-year anniversary.

![](https://cdn.footballtransfertavern.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/Verdict.png)

This is one of those pieces of news that would instantly put the jitters up me if I were a Leeds fan.

Phillips obviously loves Leeds, but how many times do one of the biggest clubs in world football come knocking on the door?

If United do make a move and do put up the money, it’s hard to see the midfielder saying no. On a Leeds perspective, they should fight tooth and nail to keep him for this season at least as they eye promotion.

***Leeds fans, what would you do if Man Utd do come calling for Phillips? Let us know your thoughts by sharing them below!***