Leeds United's pursuit of winger Igor Paixao has been reignited after Marseille significantly reduced their asking price for the Brazilian. The Ligue 1 club are now reportedly willing to accept a fee in the region of £25.7 million, a drop from the £42.7 million they were initially seeking earlier this summer.
This new valuation matches the amount Marseille originally paid Feyenoord for the 26-year-old forward. The club's financial situation is understood to be a key factor in their decision to lower the price, opening a potential window for Leeds to make a move. Manager Daniel Farke has tracked Paixao for two consecutive transfer windows, viewing him as a solution for the wide attacking role.
Competition for the signature
Leeds are not alone in their interest, however. Premier League rivals Sunderland have already seen a bid rejected for the player, while Aston Villa are also monitoring the situation. Both clubs can offer European football this season, which could be a persuasive factor for Paixao.
Yet Leeds officials believe their long-standing and well-documented admiration for the player could give them an edge in negotiations. The consistent interest over multiple windows demonstrates a clear plan for how Paixao would fit into Farke's system at Elland Road.
With their pursuit of Chelsea's Mykhailo Mudryk appearing to stall, the focus at Thorp Arch may shift decisively towards this more attainable target. The club's recruitment team will need to act swiftly if they are to secure a deal before the transfer window closes.
The potential arrival of a player of Paixao's profile would address a clear need in the Leeds United attack as they prepare for the challenges of the new campaign. Their upcoming schedule, including key fixtures, is available on our fixtures list.
