Leeds, promoted to the Premier League, has made Leonardo Balerdi a priority target. Scouts have already been sent to France to observe him, and the club is preparing an offer. Olympique de Marseille is open to a departure but demands 45 million euros for the transfer, which would be a record sale for the club.

Leeds United has sent scouts to observe Leonardo Balerdi's performances. The Argentine centre-back is one of Leeds' top targets and Marseille are open to selling him for a fee in the region of £20m. Balerdi, who has been with Marseille since 2021, could see his four-year stay in France come to an end as Leeds aim to bolster their defense for their return to the Premier League. At 26, Balerdi brings valuable top-level European experience, making him a fitting candidate as Leeds look to strengthen their squad under Daniel Farke.