Leeds United are keen on a move for Blackburn Rovers forward Ben Brereton-Diaz, Sky Sports report.
The Lowdown: Brereton-Diaz’s 2021/22
Brereton-Diaz, who can play anywhere across the frontline, has enjoyed a prolific campaign in front of goal in the Championship.
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The 22-year-old has scored 20 times in 30 second-tier appearances but has missed the last seven games with ankle ligament damage.
The Chile international has turned out as a left-winger and as a centre-forward under Tony Mowbray, who has dubbed the versatile forward as a ‘wonderful talent’.
The Latest: Leeds interest
Sky Sports shared a story on Tuesday evening, looking at 50 players who could be on the move over the coming months.
When it came to Brereton-Diaz, Leeds were the only side name-checked with an interest. His Ewood Park contract expires in the summer, although Blackburn have an option to extend that by a further 12 months, and could then decide to cash in over the summer.
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The Verdict: Makes sense?
Leeds are short of central attacking options at this moment in time, especially with star striker Patrick Bamford missing the majority of the season through injury.
Therefore, making a move for Brereton-Diaz, who can also play on the wing when required, could be a shrewd call.
He is also represented by Wasserman, the same agency as Crysencio Summerville, Adam Forshaw, Sam Greenwood, Charlie Cresswell, Jack Jenkins and Mateo Fernandez, so that could make a transfer easier when it comes to discussions.
Of course, the Whites will need to agree on a fee with Blackburn if they trigger that 12-month extension, but this could be one to keep a close eye on.
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