Leeds United have made contact to sign a goalkeeper this summer, according to Fabrizio Romano, as the club step up their plans to improve the squad.

It comes as the Whites have already sealed their first deal of the window, with an agreement reached to sign Harry Wilson as a free agent after his contract expired at Fulham.

There was an offer lodged for Southampton midfielder Shea Charles, with talks ongoing to sign him, while another free agent could join in the form of Julian Brandt.

With those moves looking to improve the midfield and forward ranks, it’s the goalkeeping options next up on the radar for Leeds.

Leeds have faced plenty of problems in the goalkeeping areas in recent seasons, and they are looking to solve that once again this summer with another possible arrival.

According to Fabrizio Romano, the Whites have made contact over a deal to sign Derby County and Sweden shot-stopper Jacob Widell Zetterstrom.

It’s claimed that enquiries have been made over a price for the 27-year-old, but the likes of Eintracht Frankfurt and Wolves remain in the race for his signature.

Zetterstrom has spent two years at Derby after joining the club from Djurgardens, becoming the club’s number-one option between the sticks in the Championship.

The goalkeeper has a contract that runs until 2027, with the club holding an option for another year on top of that, as he continues to demonstrate his quality.

With the World Cup underway, Zetterstrom joined up with the Sweden squad to put together a deep run in the competition. He was sidelined for the opening two group games, but the Derby star was drafted in for the final match against Japan, as he made several top saves in a 1-1 draw, helping Sweden qualify for the round of 32.

It remains to be seen whether Graham Potter will stick with Zetterstrom for the coming game, but his quality is starting to be recognised on the big stage, and Leeds are one of several teams now in the race to sign him.

Leeds Need To Fix Goalkeeper Problems

Leeds have faced constant issues in the goalkeeping departments over the years that have proven costly. Illan Meslier made several mistakes before he was eventually replaced with the arrival of Lucas Perri.

The 28-year-old has also struggled, with the Brazilian eventually being replaced himself by Karl Darlow through the second-half of the campaign.

Now, with even more changes expected, Leeds need to ensure their next arrival between the sticks will be the right one to stop the team from dropping points.

It remains to be seen whether that will be Zetterstrom or another option, but it could be an important window for arrivals at the back.

Liverpool are one of several clubs that have been sounded out over a potential move for Bruno Guimaraes this summer, according to TeamTalk, as doubts continue to rise over the midfielder’s future at Newcastle United.

The Brazilian has emerged as a potential target for the Reds as they consider their options for the central ranks over the course of the transfer window.

Alex Scott has been linked with a reunion with Andoni Iraola, as the Liverpool boss looks to inject some energy and pace into his team in the middle of the park.

Aside from him, there may be a move for Bruno Guimaraes on the cards that could open up a path towards a surprising big-money signing.

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According to a report from TeamTalk, Liverpool are among a whole host of clubs who have been contacted about a possible move for Guimaraes.

It comes after reports claimed that Arsenal had made an offer for the Brazilian midfielder, who has entered the final two years under contract at St. James’ Park.

However, they clearly aren’t alone, as Liverpool have seemingly been sounded out as a possible destination by intermediaries, along with Manchester City, Manchester United, Real Madrid, and Barcelona.

As it stands, Newcastle don’t wish to lose the 28-year-old, who has made 195 appearances for the club since joining from Lyon back in 2022.

However, the growing uncertainty surrounding Guimaraes’s future means that an exit could be inevitable this summer, as teams prepare to make a possible offer to the Magpies.

It’s unclear whether Liverpool will be one of those teams lining up a move following the contact for the midfielder, but it would prove to be another sign of intent from the Anfield outfit if they could get a deal over the line.

Liverpool Transfer Fund Concerns

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Despite being described as “one of the best midfielders in the world”, there may be some concerns surrounding any Liverpool move for Guimaraes this summer.

The Reds are already preparing to spend upwards of £100 million to sign Yan Diomande this summer as their number-one choice to succeed Mohamed Salah on the right flank, which is likely to take up the majority of the club’s budget.

Add to that the huge signings of Alexander Isak and Florian Wirtz last summer, both of whom broke the Premier League transfer record one after the other, and it’s clear that Liverpool’s squad starts to look top-heavy with its financial investments.

Adding Guimaraes into the mix, who is already 28, and it becomes tough to see the long-term planning that comes from making such a huge transfer.

It makes a deal unlikely, with Liverpool expected to turn towards budget options who they can maximise the value out of while building towards the future.

Tottenham are reportedly willing to pay a huge wage to sign an in-form Premier League forward who is available for transfer this summer. Spurs are in the midst of perhaps the strongest recruitment drive we have seen at the club since the period after Gareth Bale’s mega-move to Real Madrid.

Roberto De Zerbi is being handed a big transfer fund after keeping the North London side in the Premier League, and four new signings have already been snapped up in Martin Dubravka, Jan Paul van Hecke, Marcos Senesi and Andy Robertson.

Spurs are expecting to be challenging for Europe again next season, and they know they need top-end talent to manage it.

Rashford salary could be matched

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One of the latest Tottenham transfer links involved returning Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford, who spent last season on loan with Barcelona. Rashford helped the Blaugrana win the LaLiga title with 14 goals and 14 assists across all competitions, and his performances saw him win back his England squad spot for the World Cup, where he has already scored.

Rashford does not appear to be wanted back at Old Trafford, even after a managerial change last season, although the decision appears to be, at least in part, financial.

It has been claimed by The Sun that Rashford’s contract has a clause that will see it rise to £325,000 per week from July 1, and having already enjoyed a strong season without the forward, United are keen to offload the sizable wage.

According to the same report, Tottenham are willing to meet Rashford’s wage demands and take on the sizable pay packet, although much could come down to how much United ask for in the way of a transfer fee.

A discounted deal is never likely for a Premier League rival, but given United want to offload Rashford’s wage, there could be some wiggle room.

Rashford returned to form with Barcelona

Rashford has shown his talent plenty of times in the past, and United heavily relied on the forward for a long period of time. Back in 2023, Mike McGrath described Rashford as one of the best in the world, writing for BBC Sport: “On the current form, with Rashford being as good as he is and one of the best players in the world, we can win the Europa League,” he said.

Things took a turn for the worse the following season when Rashford became one of a number of players to fall out with then boss Erik ten Hag. A loan spell at Aston Villa followed, but it is at Barcelona where he would rediscover his form.

With goals and assists aplenty, 14 of each, Rashford was a key part of an already ultra-talented Barca attack, and there is now belief he could be back to his best, and still only 28 years of age, there is plenty of gas still left in the tank.