Report: Victor Orta has offered Leeds star new £100,000-a-week contract

Leeds United have struggled this season, but two Premier League wins in a row have improved the mood at Elland Road now.

The Whites began the year with a 3-1 win over Burnley before losing to West Ham in the FA Cup.

However, Leeds quickly made amends by beating the Hammers 3-2 in the league last week.

Up next for Marcelo Bielsa’s side is a clash with relegation-battling Newcastle at Elland Road.

Victory over the struggling Magpies would see Leeds all-but out of relegation trouble.

Indeed, it could have them looking into breaking into the top half of the table.

This could go a long way to addressing two potential uncertainties within the Elland Road camp.

Namely, the long-term futures of Marcelo Bielsa and Raphinha.

The Leeds boss tends to sign one-year contracts at clubs, while the Brazil forward has been linked other clubs.

Liverpool, Chelsea and Bayern Munich are reportedly eyeing Raphinha.

However, the Daily Star has today reported that the Whites are in talks with the Selecao star over a new contract.

Sporting director Victor Orta has opened negotiations with Raphinha’s agent Deco and talks are reportedly progressing smoothly.

The Daily Star claims Leeds are hoping that £100,000-a-week will be enough to persuade him to pen fresh terms.

In addition, Orta reportedly believes securing Raphinha long-term future could also persuade Bielsa to remain beyond this season.

Raphinha signed a deal worth £55,000-a-week when he joined Leeds from Rennes for £17million in 2020.

He has scored eight goals in 19 appearances this season and has also won five caps for Brazil.

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