Leeds United are currently unwilling to approve a loan move with an option to buy for winger Largie Ramazani, despite continued interest from Spanish side Valencia.
Ramazani made a positive impression during his loan spell at Valencia last season, but Leeds deliberately excluded a purchase option from the agreement, leaving Los Che without a straightforward route to sign him permanently.
The Belgian winger has fallen down the pecking order at Elland Road and was notably left out of Leeds’ pre-season tour of the United States. He remains eager to return to Valencia, with the club’s CEO recently making contact with him regarding a potential reunion.
However, Valencia’s preferred solution is another loan deal that includes an option to buy, and Leeds are currently refusing to sanction that arrangement. According to Spanish journalist Nacho Sanchis, the Yorkshire club are “for now” standing firm against such a proposal.
As a result, Valencia’s pursuit of Ramazani has stalled for the time being, with the La Liga outfit hoping Leeds may eventually soften their position before the transfer window closes.
Leeds United’s Current Winger Options
- Harry Wilson
- Willy Gnonto
- Noah Okafor
- Brenden Aaronson
- Largie Ramazani
- Dan James
Leeds have already strengthened their wide options with the arrival of Harry Wilson, and if Ramazani remains at Elland Road, opportunities for regular first-team football could be limited.
The 24-year-old is keen on a return to Valencia, and the Spanish club may look to encourage him to push for a move. Leeds, however, would prefer a permanent sale and are hoping wealthier clubs than Valencia enter the race.
The Whites could also add another winger before the deadline. They have been linked with Barcelona youngster Roony Bardghji, who is expected to leave Camp Nou this summer.
Valencia are also monitoring Bardghji, but Barcelona favour a permanent transfer with a buy-back clause, allowing them to retain future control over the Swedish talent.
That particular deal structure has yet to gain significant traction among Premier League clubs.
