According to Sky Italia, Leeds United are set to lose wonderkid Wilfried Gnonto to Everton. This comes after reports of a potential move to Serie A, with the Italian international impressing sides all across Europe in his breakthrough year. The youngster was described as “dynamic and aggressive” in a Yorkshire Evening Post report earlier this year.
Leeds United Likely to Lose Wilfried Gnonto to Everton
Why Everton Want Willy Gnonto
Gnonto is one of the breakout stars of last season, in spite of relegation from the Premier League. At twelve caps he has demonstrated a clear ability to perform on the biggest stages, and after consecutive relegation battles the Goodison Park leadership will be looking for someone that can handle the pressure. Although the winger has the occasional silly booking in him, he has proven to be an excellent player in a tight spot.
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Leeds United’s Struggle to Retain Players
The Whites are currently finding it incredibly difficult to secure players for next season, especially given their relegation from the Premier League. That is especially the case for international stars such as Gnonto. With Euro 2024 on the horizon, Elland Road’s international cohort may need top-flight football in order to impress their national team managers. Ambition is always something to be admired in a player, but it can be hard to stomach as a Leeds fan at the moment.
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When Will We Have a Hint?
Hints about the future of the Yorkshire side’s youngsters will arise on Monday, as those that attended the Under-21 Euros return to training. Anyone missing from the core group of players can likely be assumed as on their way out of the club, with every pre-season training session mattering.
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