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Joao Gomes: How Leeds are trying to block Man United’s move for Wolves star
TL;DR
Leeds United is working to prevent Manchester United from signing Joao Gomes from Wolverhampton Wanderers. With Wolves relegated to the Championship, Gomes has become a key target for top Premier League clubs.
Key points
- Leeds United aims to block Manchester United's move for Joao Gomes.
- Wolverhampton Wanderers has been relegated to the Championship.
- Top Premier League clubs are interested in signing players from relegated teams.
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Joao Gomes: How Leeds are trying to block Man United’s move for Wolves star
Manchester United may need to act quickly if they want Wolverhampton Wanderers midfielder Joao Gomes at the club next season.
With Wolves dropping down to the Championship, top Premier League clubs will gladly go shopping at Molineux, targeting players too good to go down with them.
Joao Gomes a prime Man United target
United, with their planned midfield rebuild, list the Wanderers’ Samba Star Gomes as one of their top targets.
Despite the West Midlands side’s Premier League struggles, the 25-year-old, whom former Wolves boss Gary O’Neil dubbed a “super talent“, has been brilliant.
His relentless pressing, elite ball-winning abilities, and impressive composure in breaking up play and recycling possession make him stand out to the point where top clubs want a piece of him.
Napoli and Atletico Madrid keen
Other than United, Napoli showed interest, and this week Atletico Madrid tried to sway the midfielder into joining them. But while United brace for a high-stakes battle with two European heavyweights, those two may not actually be their biggest concern right now.
Q&A
Why is Joao Gomes a target for Manchester United?
Joao Gomes is a target for Manchester United because he is considered too talented to play in the Championship after Wolverhampton's relegation.
How is Leeds United trying to block Manchester United's move for Gomes?
Leeds United is reportedly taking measures to prevent Manchester United from successfully acquiring Joao Gomes, although specific strategies are not detailed.
What are the implications of Wolves' relegation for players like Gomes?
Wolves' relegation to the Championship increases the likelihood of their top players, like Joao Gomes, being targeted by Premier League clubs looking to strengthen their squads.
