Leeds United news round-up: Pearce wanted, Cisse linked and Pedersen flying

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Pearce to Bournemouth

Leeds United could sell young left-back Tom Pearce to Bournemouth this summer, according to the Sun on Sunday (27/05/18, pg 65). The report claims that Bournemouth are ahead of Everton in the pecking order for the youngster, who has impressed since making his way into the Leeds first-team at the end of the season.

The report claims Bournemouth could offer Leeds £2 million outright to complete a deal, which would remove any messy compensation battle.

Pearce appears to have become Leeds’ first-choice left-back under Paul Heckingbottom and the manager must do everything in his power to keep hold of the 20-year-old talent.

Giant linked

The Sun on Sunday is also reporting that Leeds are interested in the signature of MK Dons midfielder Ousseynou Cisse. In their Goals section, (27/05/2018, pg 8) they claim that Leeds are keen on bringing in the player along with Blackburn Rovers.   

The Mali international, who is also said to be wanted by Club Brugge and FC Augsburg, was one of the only shining lights in what was a terrible season for the MK Dons – who were relegated.

The 6ft 5ins midfielder, who can also play at centre-back, came through the youth ranks at Paris Saint-Germain and is also a Mali international.

Improving the midfield options at Leeds is certainly a priority for Leeds this summer and Cisse appears to be a good option.

Pedersen takes flight

Leeds United have recently been linked with a move for Union Berlin left-back Kristian Pedersen. Now the news is gaining momentum after he posted an Instagram story, showing him in an airport.

HITC shared the news and it has sparked plenty of discussion and rumour over his potential move to Elland Road this summer.

With Leeds seemingly in the hunt for a left-back, the move for the Danish defender.