Leeds seriously keen on Red Bull Salzburg star – report

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Leeds United have reportedly set their sights on RB Salzburg star Brenden Aaronson.

According to MLSsoccer.com, the Whites are just one of “many clubs” eyeing the 21-year-old.

Leeds have struggled this season and, with the January transfer window on the horizon, could bolster their ranks.

Aaronson is a versatile midfielder who can play centrally, at No. 10, and on the wings.

The United States international joined Salzburg from Philadelphia Union in 2020.

Aaronson cost the Austrian giants an initial £4.5million, breaking Union’s record for transfer fee received.

Union stand to receive £7.6million if certain incentives are met.

The American ace is an essential player for his club, with 26 competitive appearances this season.

In addition, he has already won 15 United States caps, scoring five goals – a superb return for a midfielder.

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After joining Salzburg, Aaronson told their media team that Steven Gerrard was his role model growing up.

He also said he joined the club as they play “fast, direct and attacking football”, which he loves.

When it came to his style of football, Aaron said he’s about “a lot of creative work.

“I work hard, I’m aggressive, I like to pick holes in defences and provide assists.”

USMNT legend DaMarcus Beasley once hailed Aaronson for his “silky” style of football.

And fans have compared Aaronson to the likes of Arjen Robben, Clint Dempsey, Landon Donovan and Yossi Benayoun.

That said, with Salzburg in the knockout stages of the Champions League, would Aaronson leave mid-season, ahead of the Bayern Munich clash?