SEIZING OPPORTUNITY AT LEEDS

 

 

 

 

 

 

Leeds United, freshly relegated from the Premier League, have already started their journey to bounce back. Reportedly,

Liverpool’s defender, Nat Phillips, is set to add his name to the list of Whites’ new signings. At 26, Phillips is eager to put his

Liverpool days behind him and play regularly for the Championship side, ultimately cementing his place as a key figure in

the Leeds backline.

As reported by Last Word on Sport, Leeds United have agreed on personal terms with Phillips, but are yet to table an official

bid. They’ve allegedly decided on a figure they’re willing to pay, which is speculated to be around the £10 million mark.

THE PHILLIPS FACTOR: A BOOST FOR LEEDS

Phillips’ move to Leeds would signify the club’s strategy of strengthening their defence, which suffered significantly during

their Premier League campaign. As it stands, Phillips’ Liverpool stint has been more of promise than of performance, with

the player never quite securing a consistent spot in the first team.

This shift could be a turning point for Phillips, offering him the much-needed opportunity to demonstrate his potential. His

eagerness to impress in his first season with a new club is palpable, adding another layer of anticipation to the forthcoming

season.

Leeds United are not just banking on Phillips for their defensive fortification. Reports are in that Chelsea’s defender, Ethan

Ampadu, is also on the Whites’ radar. It appears that Leeds have agreed personal terms with Ampadu too, showing a clear

intent to rebuild and make a swift return to the Premier League.

These signings, though yet to be formally confirmed, represent a proactive approach from Leeds. Their choice of seasoned

players like Nat Phillips and Ethan Ampadu signals a determination to confront the Championship challenge head-on,

bringing some exciting prospects for the upcoming season.

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The Evening Standard’s Nizaar Kinsella tweeted on 18 July that the Wales international is en route to Leeds to complete his

medical and sign the contract after a £7million fee plus £3million in add-ons was agreed on 17 July.

Speaking to BBC Radio Leeds about the potential signing of Ampadu, the BBC Wales football correspondent made the

prediction that the 22-year-old will be a “future Wales captain”.

“That is how highly he’s rated and he’s sort of matured in the Wales squad,” added Phillips. “I don’t think many Wales fans

would quibble with this, I’d say he’s been Wales’ best player, certainly during the World Cup, which was so disappointing in

Qatar, but since then as well.

“He rarely puts a foot wrong for Wales – a real player of quality. His versatility will be very handy and, frankly, if you’re

getting him for £7million plus add-ons, I think there are many Wales who will think that he should be playing Premier

League.

“It hasn’t worked out for him at Chelsea, even though it turns out he’s their longest-serving player at the moment, even

though I think he’s only played 12 times. That’s always befuddled us a little bit, but for the Championship, I’m sure Sheffield

United fans would probably say the same, he was really good for them as well.