Leeds United are set to sign RB Leipzig midfielder Tyler Adams in a deal which could rise to £20m, according to Fabrizio Romano.

The Lowdown: Busy Monday

The Whites were extremely busy on Monday as Victor Orta looks to bolster Jesse Marsch’s squad even further ahead of their pre-season trip to Australia on Sunday.

Feyenoord winger Luis Sinisterra has agreed personal terms with the Premier League side and looks set to make the move to Elland Road in what would be a record sale for the Rotterdam club.

The 23-year-old may well replace Raphinha after contributing to 37 goals in 49 appearances for the Dutch outfit last season, and Leeds also struck another deal on Monday.

The Latest: Romano’s update on Adams

Romano, who covered the news on Sinisterra earlier in the day, also provided an update on Adams via Twitter.

He revealed that a transfer is ‘100% agreed’ worth £20m with add-ons, claiming that the USA international will soon travel to England to undergo a medical and sign a long-term deal at Elland Road.

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The Verdict: Shrewd move?

You’d expect that Adams, who is primarily a defensive midfielder, will come in and replace Kalvin Phillips, who was announced as a Manchester City player on Monday.

However, the 23-year-old has similar traits to Leeds stalwart Stuart Dallas. The American can also play as a full-back or out wide if required, similar to Dallas, who has lined out in numerous positions in recent years at Elland Road.

It remains to be seen if another defensive midfielder will arrive, with Mohamed Camara heavily linked. If that does come off, Adams’ versatility could come in very useful amid Dallas being sidelined with a serious injury.