Leeds United have rejected a £20 million bid from Manchester United for striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin. The club's stance is that the offer is insufficient for their top scorer, who they intend to keep with a new contract.
Former Leeds manager Sam Allardyce, who worked with Calvert-Lewin at Everton, said the valuation was far too low. "He's better than what they've got now, isn't he?" Allardyce said. He added that Leeds would not take the money because replacing the 29-year-old would be too difficult.
The club is now focused on securing Calvert-Lewin's future beyond his current deal, which runs until summer 2028. He arrived at Elland Road on a free transfer and has scored three goals in ten league appearances this season.
In other squad news, Leeds are unlikely to recall winger Jean-Matteo Bahoya from his loan in January despite him playing only 11 minutes. Manager Daniel Farke is said to like the player, and the squad is considered short in wide areas.
Defender James Justin praised the impact of centre-back Tarik Muharemovic, calling his performances 'amazing'. Justin also hailed goalkeeper James Trafford as a 'world-class' and calming presence, a view contested by pundit Troy Deeney.
Off the pitch, the club's owners, 49ers Enterprises, have engaged financial advisors Allen & Company to value Leeds United and test investor appetite. The move is part of a strategy to seek fresh capital for stadium expansion and player recruitment.
Leeds face Chelsea at Stamford Bridge in their next Premier League fixture on Saturday, 21 November.
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