Report: Leeds set to make last-ditch Calvin Ramsay bid; could cost £3m

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Leeds United are planning to make a late move to sign Calvin Ramsay as they look to prevent him moving to a Premier League rival, according to The Sun.

Victor Orta has come in for criticism during his time at Elland Road. But one area where the director of football has done brilliantly is recruiting youngsters for the under-23s.

The likes of Joe Gelhardt, Sam Greenwood and Crysencio Summerville have been regular fixtures in the match-day squad under Jesse Marsch.

And it would appear that they plan to try and sign more of the brightest prospects in the coming months. The Sun suggests that Leeds want to sign Ramsay from Aberdeen.

The 18-year-old has made 32 appearances in all competitions for the Dons this season. And The Sun reports that Aberdeen will sell him for £3 million.

There is interest from Liverpool. But Leeds hope to scupper their attempts to sign the teenager with a last-ditch bid.

Leeds move will surely appeal to Calvin Ramsay if Whites make bid

Obviously, joining the side in the title race in the Premier League must be hugely tempting. However, a move to Leeds could also appeal for Ramsay.

The Whites have made sure that the pathway to the first-team is most definitely there for a number of their younger players. They have tended to work with a smaller group of senior players.

And right-back is one area where Leeds will probably need to strengthen in the years to come. Luke Ayling has been an amazing servant. But he turns 31 in August. And his form this season has not always been great.

Ramsay has been described as ‘elite‘ by Aberdeen chairman Dave Cormack. And he has first-team experience already.

So clearly, if he is looking for the move that takes him immediately closer to the first-team team fold, Leeds may not actually be the underdogs.