Rasmus Kristensen looks set to sign a five-year deal with Leeds United, according to Jeunes Footeux.
The Lowdown: Kristensen talks
It looks as if the 24-year-old, who has been described as a 'goal threat' by RB Salzburg boss Matthias Jaissle, will become the Premier League club’s second summer signing after Brenden Aaronson.
The Whites finally managed to get a deal over the line for the American from Salzburg after having two bids turned down in January, and they look set to raid the Austrian giants once again for the right-back.
The Denmark international is due to undergo medical tests after international duty, and details of his proposed move to Yorkshire have now been shared.
The Latest: Five-year deal
Jeunes Footeux provided an update on Leeds’ move for Kristensen on Friday morning.
They claimed that the full-back will sign a five-year deal at Elland Road and will cost the Whites a total of €25m (£21.4m).
Reports have previously stated that a fee to Salzburg will come in at around £10m, so the other £11.4m seems to be his wage across the five years, which would work out at around just under £44,000 per week.
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The Verdict: Perfect
Victor Orta hasn’t wasted any time in making moves for manager Jesse Marsch, which is a welcome sign given the club’s struggles for signings under Marcelo Bielsa in recent years.
Kristensen’s presence is needed in Yorkshire, especially with Luke Ayling and Stuart Dallas sidelined through long-term injuries.
The Dane knows what it is like to work under Marsch after winning back-to-back league and cup doubles under the current Whites head coach at Salzburg; and with 18 goal involvements in 44 games last season for Kristensen, Leeds look like they're about to get themselves an exciting defender.
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