November 21, 2024

All of the latest Leeds United transfer headlines including reports on Whites midfielder Marc Roca and Aberdeen teenager Lewis Pirie

Roca to Betis

The Whites are expected to say farewell to a host of first-team stars, with Marc Roca among several likely to depart Elland Road. The Spanish midfielder only arrived last summer following a two-year spell with Bayern Munich, but will soon be on the move once again.

Real Betis will be the destination for the 26-year-old, with the La Liga side said to be long-time admirers of the central midfielder. El Desmarque claim the transfer will go through barring any ‘last-minute unexpected twist’, with Roca himself posting videos on social media as he continues to work ahead of pre-season.

Roca was brought in following Kalvin Phillips’ departure to operate in a double-pivot role alongside fellow recruit Tyler Adams. The midfielder made 36 appearances for United, scoring once and registering two assists.

Pirie ‘advanced talks’

In terms of incomings, the Whites have been backed to see off competition to land Aberdeen’s rising star Lewis Pirie. The 16-year-old netted 51 goals for club and country last season, and is now in ‘advanced talks’ over a switch south of the border.

That is according to the Daily Record, who claim Celtic, Crystal Palace, and Sheffield United were also interested in a move for the young forward. Aberdeen had offered a professional contract to Pirie, but it appears the Whites have won the race to land the teenager.

The Scottish Premiership outfit would be due a compensation fee, but the report outlines an agreement over a fee and add-ons is more likely. Pirie would move on scholarship terms before signing a professional contract on his 17th birthday.

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