Leeds United's initial loan bid for Chelsea's Mykhailo Mudryk has been rejected, with negotiations ongoing for the 25-year-old winger. The opening offer fell well short of Chelsea's expectations, but talks are continuing, and Mudryk is believed to be keen on a switch to Elland Road.
Why it matters for Leeds United
The Whites have signed four players this summer, including attacker Harry Wilson from Fulham, and are looking to reinforce their squad after finishing 15th in the Premier League last season, with 39 points from 33 games, and a recent form of WWDDL. Leeds are one of several clubs in the UK and Europe to have registered an interest in Mudryk, who has agreed to spend the season away from Stamford Bridge in a bid to rebuild match fitness, and the Whites are willing to sign him without a purchase option, allowing Chelsea to retain control of Mudryk's future while covering his salary. With the new season underway, Leeds will be looking to improve on their 42 goals scored and 49 conceded last season, and the addition of Mudryk could be a significant boost to their attacking options. As the transfer window closes, Leeds and Chelsea will be working to finalize a deal, with the Whites set to travel to Nottingham Forest on Saturday, and Chelsea visiting Fulham on Monday night.
