According to Football Insider, PSV have lowered their demands from £25m to £20m for Leeds United target Noni Madueke.
The Lowdown: Leeds prepare for new season
The Whites enjoyed a good first season back in the Premier League under Marcelo Bielsa as they finished in the top half of the table.
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This season, though, each side will already be fully aware of how they play, and they will no longer have the element of surprise. To avoid second-season syndrome, they will need to bring in some fresh faces to add depth and quality.
The Latest: Leeds eye Madueke
Now, it is being reported that PSV have lowered their demands for 19-year-old Madueke.
Instead of £25m, they are now only looking for £20m for the England youth international, with a Leeds source revealing this ‘encouragement’ for the Whites to Football Insider.
The Verdict: Plenty of ability
Madueke was formerly on the books of both Crystal Palace and Tottenham, but in an attempt to forge a career in the game, he made the move to the Eredivisie – a decision that now looks inspired.
In 32 games in all competitions last term, he scored nine and created a further eight (Transfermarkt) goals, and looks like he is set for a big future.
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He has even been compared to current Manchester City star and England international Phil Foden – high praise indeed (Aidy Boothroyd, via the Daily Mail).
£20m would still be a considerable fee for Leeds, but given how he has performed at such a young age, he may just be worth a punt.
In other news, Leeds have been tipped to sell this man this summer.
