Leeds United’s interest in Burnley’s Manuel Benson came as a surprise last week and new reports say the Whites even held talks for him on Wednesday – but, we may face competition from Ipswich.
Benson was a standout player for Burnley last season, when Vincent Kompany’s team won the league and went from the Championship to the Premier League. In 37 appearances, he contributed to 18 goals for the Lancashire team.
Just five outings this season. The competition to land the Belgian is intensifying, and he needs to move. It follows rumors from last week that Leeds was “pushing” for Benson to take Willy Gnonto’s place.
Then, on Thursday, rumors circulated that Leeds had undertaken additional negotiations to sign Benson yesterday. Surprising, since Leeds first expressed interest in losing Gnonto, who is nearing a new contract.
It has been reported by Give Me Sport that Leeds is not the only Championship team showing interest.Southampton have been linked too, but GMS say that Ipswich Town and Birmingham City also want the Belgian ace.
Ipswich Town also want Leeds United target Manuel Benson
Benson then, has the pick of the Championship’s top clubs fighting for promotion. But it seems unlikely that Leeds will be making a move for the Belgian if Gnonto remains – which is looking increasingly likely.
Even if Benson joined, you would question whether he would start. Jaidon Anthony is struggling to do so at this point, with Cree Summerville and Dan James starring. Gnonto is also excellent cover for the duo.
A move for Benson seems unlikely – perhaps handing Ipswich, Southampton or even Birmingham more of a chance of landing the Burnley man. He returned to the bench for Burnley in their last league game.
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