Transfer news:Leeds up for €18 million deal with an Italian defender.
A stalemate has been reached in the negotiations between Leeds United and Roma over the transfer of international defender Luca Pellegrini. The two clubs are at loggerheads over the transfer fee, with Roma holding out for a whopping €25 million and Leeds United refusing to budge beyond €18 million plus add-ons.
The 23-year-old Italian defender has been a top target for Leeds United manager Jesse Marsch, who sees him as a crucial addition to his squad. However, the club’s hierarchy is unwilling to meet Roma’s asking price, which they deem excessive.
Roma’s valuation of Pellegrini is understood to be based on his impressive performances for the club last season, as well as his international caps for Italy. However, Leeds United believes that the price tag is inflated and are unwilling to compromise on their offer.
The impasse has left Pellegrini’s future in limbo, with the defender eager to join Leeds United but unable to do so until the two clubs can agree on a transfer fee. The situation is likely to drag on for several days, with Leeds United hoping to negotiate a compromise that will allow them to sign Pellegrini without breaking the bank.
The transfer fee has become a major sticking point in the negotiations, with Roma refusing to budge on their valuation. Leeds United’s offer of €18 million plus add-ons is seen as too low by Roma, who believe that Pellegrini’s value lies in his potential to grow and develop as a player.
As the negotiations continue, Leeds United fans are growing increasingly anxious about the prospect of missing out on Pellegrini. The defender’s signing is seen as a crucial addition to the squad, and his absence could be felt dearly in the upcoming season.
With the transfer window entering its final weeks, time is running out for Leeds United and Roma to reach an agreement. If a compromise cannot be reached, Pellegrini may be forced to stay at Roma, a scenario that would be a blow to both the player and Leeds United.
