During the campaign, there were points where Leeds United lacked a clinical edge to finish off games. Dominic Calvert-Lewin also went from a drought around January which raised concerns.
Reports emerged that the 49ers were keen on adding another striker heading into next season.
Lois Openda was a name that was heavily linked with a move to Elland Road. Per multiple reports, the Belgian striker is set to leave Juventus ahead of next season.
This opens the door for Leeds, but Nottingham Forest are also said to be in the race for the 26-year old according to Tutto Juve.
Leeds chairman Paraag Marathe has already said that the club is ready to spend this summer. The Whites are said to be looking at signing four or five players ahead of next season.
49ers need to avoid this deal
Everything that has reported so far makes this deal a very bad one for Leeds United. According to the report from Tutto Juve, the Italian side are looking to recoup most of the £35 million they spent to sign him.
On the pitch, Openda has been very poor this season – he managed just two goals in 37 games in all competitions. The Serie A side looking to offload him is not good news for any suitors.
Per the report, Juventus will push for a permanent exit, or at worst a loan with an obligation or option to buy.
The details also reveal that even though clubs like Nottingham Forest and Monaco are interested, Openda’s wages are a huge stumbling block. And that is not a good thing for Leeds, who are very careful about their finances.
