Leeds United’s transfer business continues this January, with Phil Hay reporting that Diogo Monteiro is looking to complete a move to the Yorkshire club after a medical. According to the Yorkshire Evening Post, the youngster is “keen on [a] move”, with a Leeds United Diogo Monteiro move adding significantly to the club’s youth.
Leeds United Diogo Monteiro Move in Progress
Why Leeds United are Rushing to Complete the Move
There are a couple of reasons that a Leeds United Diogo Monteiro move could be rushed. The first is that the transfer window closes very soon, with the club needing to secure a deal before it slams shut. However, the other issue is more unique.
Monteiro was, until very recently, under the age of 18. Premier League clubs are not allowed to sign players under the age of 18, which means that Victor Orta and his team have a window between the player’s birthday on January 28 and the window closing at the beginning of February.
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Who is Diogo Monteiro?
Diogo Monteiro currently plays for the Swiss club Servette and has several first-team appearances for the club. As a captain in Portugal’s youth setup, impressive performances on the international stage mean football clubs including Leeds are paying attention.
One of the main features that viewers notice is that the defender is excellent at progressing the ball. This adds even more flexibility to the club, growing Jesse Marsch’s ability to get the ball forward creatively and manufacture chances.
What Happened with Diego Llorente?
The Elland Road leadership are in the process of selling Diego Llorente to Roma, as reported by Phil Hay. The Spaniard has been out of favour at Leeds United. Max Wober starts more often in the back line after his signing. The club is looking to recoup their initial fee. Monteiro is unlikely to see many first-team minutes with Thorp Arch having a lot of defensive options.
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