Leeds United face Crystal Palace, Nottingham Forest battle for Man City player
Leeds United look set to face a real battle to win the race for James McAtee, as interest in the attacking midfielder grows.
According to the Telegraph, sides from England, Germany and Italy have all taken an interest in signing McAtee, who is believed to be unsettled amid a lack of game time at the Etihad Stadium.
Leeds are one team believed to be interested in recruiting the City man, with Daniel Farke seemingly keen to add more depth to his attacking midfield department.
Brenden Aaronson may have returned to Elland Road following the end of his loan spell at Union Berlin, but following Georginio Rutter’s exit, the Whites could benefit from making a move for the talented 22-year-old.
McAtee has been able to shine in the Championship before, making a loan move to Sheffield United and thriving at Bramall Lane during the 2022/23 campaign, with his contributions helping the Blades to secure a Premier League return.
With this in mind, Leeds could richly benefit from bringing him in, but they aren’t short of competition for his signature.
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There is plenty of interest in the player at this stage, with Brentford, Crystal Palace, Nottingham Forest and West Ham United all thought to have him on their radar.
Palace may still be on the prowl for more creativity following Michael Olise’s summer departure.
And he could have the opportunity to shine at Selhurst Park, so a move there could appeal to him.
Forest, however, may be a destination he doesn’t end up at, considering the Reds are actually above City in the table.
Nuno’s side are thriving at the moment, so a move to the City Ground may or may not be viable, depending on City’s stance.
These clubs could provide the 22-year-old with the opportunity to remain in England, but he could also move abroad, according to the Telegraph.
