da 888： Leeds United have placed a £20m price tag on Chris Wood after the striker attracted interest from Premier League clubs, according to The Mirror.
What’s the word?
da cassino： There were rumblings last season that Wood caught the eye of a number of top-flight clubs for his performances up front.
The New Zealand international was a pivotal part of the Whites’ campaign, which just fell short of the Championship playoffs.
The striker, who has two years remaining on his contract, netted 27 goals and ended the season as the division’s top scorer.
The Mirror reports that Swansea City, Southampton and Stoke City have all kept tabs on Wood.
The publication claims that Leeds have come to the £20m valuation after Middlesbrough paid £15m to sign Britt Assombalonga from Nottingham Forest.
Should Leeds consider selling?
In short, no. Swift changes have been made following the arrival of new head coach Thomas Christiansen.
Since Andrea Radrizzani took full control of the Championship club and appointed the Dane as Garry Monk’s successor, seven new faces have come through the welcome gates at Elland Road.
The signing of Samuel Saiz adds firepower to Leeds’ forward line, but he should be seen as an option alongside Wood.
The problem that Leeds face is the possibility of the New Zealander getting his head turned, particularly if Premier League clubs come calling.
At the age of 25, Wood has plenty of years left to play at the top level, so it would make sense for the striker to give Leeds at least one more season to try to make it into the top flight.