Leeds United are already looking ahead to next season as they aim to cement their place in the Premier League. The Whites exceeded expectations during their return to the top flight last term, securing survival despite a difficult start to the campaign.
Daniel Farke successfully guided his side away from danger after early-season struggles that left Leeds battling near the bottom of the table.
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The pressure on Farke intensified as the season progressed, particularly towards the end of the year when Leeds found themselves in poor form. At one stage, speculation over his future became so serious that reports suggested he was close to losing his job.
However, the German manager turned things around impressively. A strong run of results after January helped Leeds accumulate crucial points and climb the table.
The Whites eventually finished 14th in the Premier League, ensuring another season of top-flight football at Elland Road.
Leeds United showing strong interest in Ligue 1 forward
With next season in mind, strengthening the squad remains a priority. Farke has repeatedly stressed the importance of recruitment and has made it clear that the club’s owners must match his ambitions in the transfer market.
Speaking during the closing weeks of the campaign, the Leeds boss highlighted the need for quality additions if the club wants to continue progressing.
According to Media Foot, Leeds are among several Premier League clubs interested in signing Auxerre striker Lassine Sinayoko. The Mali international enjoyed an impressive season, scoring 12 goals for the French side.
Crystal Palace, Everton and Fulham are also believed to be monitoring the 26-year-old attacker.
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Sinayoko open to summer departure
The report claims that the interest from Leeds and the other Premier League clubs is genuine, with all four sides prepared to submit offers during the summer transfer window.
Sinayoko himself is reportedly willing to leave Auxerre, while the French club would also consider a sale under the right circumstances.
Early indications suggest a fee in the region of £13 million could be enough to complete a deal.
Given Leeds’ lack of proven competition for Dominic Calvert-Lewin, Sinayoko could represent an attractive option. The striker possesses a similar physical profile to the English forward and has demonstrated an ability to find the back of the net consistently.
His reported valuation also appears to fit within Leeds’ financial framework this summer, particularly as the club continues to operate within the Premier League’s Squad Cost Ratio regulations.
