Opinion: The 49ers’ Potential Game-Changing Move at Leeds with ‘Outstanding’ Premier League Star
Leeds United Near Completion of Sixth Summer Permanent Sale with Glen Kamara, Eyeing Potential Key Signing
Losing Glen Kamara is a significant setback for Leeds United. At 28 years old, he is one of the few players in Daniel Farke’s squad with substantial experience, given that most Leeds players are under 25 at Elland Road.
Kamara boasts an impressive resume with 59 international caps, over 300 club appearances, and a Europa League final appearance. However, French club Rennes is poised to secure the midfielder for a fee of £8.5m.
His departure not only diminishes the team’s quality and experience but also highlights a glaring lack of depth in midfield. With Ethan Ampadu finishing the season in defense and Archie Gray already departed, Leeds faces a challenge in midfield options.
Leeds United has now identified a replacement for Glen Kamara. The club is left with Ilia Gruev, loanee Joe Rothwell from Bournemouth, and rookie Charlie Crew. While highly rated, Rothwell is yet to make his senior debut for Leeds.
The Whites are in pursuit of a prominent midfielder who can partner with Gruev or potentially replace the Bulgarian, while also complementing a more attacking option like Rothwell, Crew, or another new signing.
Leeds’ interest has turned towards Oliver Skipp, identified by The 49ers and Farke as Kamara’s successor. Skipp, described as “outstanding,” was previously a subject of discussions between Leeds and Tottenham earlier in the summer.
Although Leeds attempted to secure Skipp as part of a deal involving Archie Gray, Tottenham rejected the proposal. Nonetheless, Leeds remains determined, with Farke eager to reunite with Skipp following their successful stint together at Norwich.
Skipp, once touted as a future captain of Tottenham by Jose Mourinho, is known for his Premier League-caliber midfield skills, including impressive stamina, passing ability, and occasional long-range goals.
Securing Skipp’s services at Elland Road would be transformative for Leeds. If Kamara departs as expected and is replaced by Skipp—a player five years younger—it could potentially mark The 49ers’ most impactful move yet.
