Everton transfer news as Leeds United sources reveal Wilfried Gnonto wage update
Everton would have to “work hard” to sign Leeds United ace Wilfried Gnonto as he is on an affordable wage, according to the Liverpool Echo.
The publication noted that sources close to the Whites believe that the winger’s situation at Elland Road is satisfactory despite the club’s relegation to the Championship.
It means that the West Yorkshire outfit have the upper hand in any potential negotiations between Gnonto and the Toffees, added the Liverpool Echo.
“On Gnonto, Leeds United are – on the surface at least – resistant to a move,” according to the Liverpool Echo. “The cards are stacked in the club’s favour as far as decision-makers there are concerned.
“He is under contract and sources close to the club say he is on what is deemed to be an affordable wage despite relegation.
“This does not mean a deal would be impossible. Just that Everton would have to work hard to get there.”
Upper hand
It’s clear that Leeds hold the upper hand when it comes to one of their star men, but it remains very likely that he will still leave Elland Road this summer.
Whether that is temporarily or permanently remains to be seen, but it is evident that the youngster has the ability to shine in a league of a higher standard than the Championship.
He certainly won’t want to be the only high-profile player left at Elland Road next season, with the likes of Rodrigo, Robin Koch, Brenden Aaronson and Rasmus Kristensen among others all moving on from the Whites this summer.
Everton are in real need of attacking talent, and Gnonto represents a super option for Toffees boss Sean Dyche in his bid to improve the club in the final third.
The young winger is only going to get better with more experience, while he should be available for a relatively low fee compared to others in his position due to his club’s relegation from the Premier League.
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