Report: Leeds United studying a move for unwanted Juventus attacker

Report: Leeds United studying a move for unwanted Juventus attacker

Leeds United could be willing to accommodate Juventus striker Lois Openda, who no longer holds a place in Luciano Spalletti’s plans.

The Belgian completed a deadline-day move to Turin last summer, when the Bianconeri gave up on signing Randal Kolo Muani, and were searching the market for a last-minute replacement.

Damien Comolli managed to strike a swift deal with RB Leipzig, who took advantage of the French director’s desperation.

Juventus desperate to offload Lois Openda this summer

Juventus signed Openda on loan for €3.3 million with an obligation to buy for €40.6 million, raising the total cost to €44.9 million.

With the Bianconeri mathematically guaranteeing a Top 10 finish in the Serie A standings, the purchase clause has been triggered, giving Comolli and Co. a major headache ahead of the summer transfer campaign.

Due to the attacker’s poor displays, Luciano Spalletti has effectively dropped him from his plans already. The Belgian international has only scored two goals from 36 appearances across all competitions.

At this stage, the Juventus directors realise that selling the Liege native in the summer is highly unlikely, as finding a suitor willing to pay his current book value will be challenging.

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