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Leeds United Close in on First Signing of Summer Transfer Window with Agreement Reached
Leeds won the race with a long-term deal and higher salary, while Wilson will undergo a medical after scoring 10 Premier League goals last season.
- On Wednesday, Leeds United reached an agreement to sign 29-year-old winger Harry Wilson as a free agent, with the Wales international joining on a long-term deal after his Fulham contract expires on June 30.
- Wilson declined a new contract offer from Fulham, with uncertainty surrounding the replacement for former manager Marco Silva reportedly influencing his decision to depart the London club.
- The 69-cap Wales international scored 10 Premier League goals last season and joins after a previous transfer attempt collapsed last summer when paperwork was not completed before the deadline.
- Manager Daniel Farke secured Wilson by offering a "long-term deal with a higher salary," beating competition from Everton and Aston Villa and intensifying the rivalry between Leeds and United.
- Leeds are exploring moves for Southampton's Shea Charles and Germany international Julian Brandt as free agents, while Wilson reunites with international teammate and captain Ethan Ampadu to strengthen the squad.
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Leeds United turn attention towards more signing after Harry Wilson deal
Leeds United appear to be wasting no time in the summer transfer window, with their move for Harry Wilson looking like just the beginning of a bigger recruitment push. According to Sky Sports, Leeds have agreed a deal to sign the Wales international on a free transfer once his Fulham contract expires at the end of June. DOWNLOAD THE OFFICIAL CAUGHTOFFSIDE APP FOR ALL THE LATEST & BREAKING UPDATES – STRAIGHT TO YOUR PHONE! ON APPLE & GOOGLE PLAY…
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