Could Alioski help Leeds land Patrick van Aanholt?

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As things stand, Gjanni Alioski is set to leave Leeds United in the summer with the North Macedonia international becoming a free agent.

As noted by Leeds Live, the 29-year-old is yet to agree an extension at Elland Road. And with the end of the season looming, it looks to be a safe bet to suggest that Alioski is heading for the exit.

Unfortunately, it appears that his next move may make him extremely unpopular with some of the Leeds fans.

As reported by Turkish outlet Sporx, he is in talks with Galatasaray. Of course, given the history between the two clubs, it is hard to argue with any Leeds supporter who has a problem with the move.

For some, joining that club would damage Alioski’s reputation beyond repair in their eyes. For others however, such a move would be nowhere near as hurtful as Harry Kewell’s switch during his career.

And for those fans, what may make it a little easier to take is that Alioski joining Gala may improve Leeds’s hopes of landing one of their own targets this summer.

According to Sporx, the Turkish side are currently deciding between a move for either Alioski or Patrick van Aanholt. It is claimed that talks have been held with both players.

Alioski their top target

However, the report suggests that they are currently edging towards signing Alioski. His versatility is said to give him the edge over the Crystal Palace star.

That may mean that van Aanholt has to look elsewhere for his next club. And that may alert Leeds.

The Sunday Mirror (14/3; page 69) reported back in March that the Whites are monitoring van Aanholt ahead of his contract expiring.

It remains to be seen if they still want to make a move for the Dutchman – who earns £55,000-a-week, according to Spotrac. But if Alioski heads to Turkey, one potential rival for van Aanholt’s signature will seemingly be out of the running.