According to reports, Tottenham Hotspur are back in negotiations for Leeds United attacker Daniel James.
Transfer specialist and CaughtOffside columnist Fabrizio Romano has reported on Twitter that Spurs are involved in ongoing talks for the Leeds winger in a loan deal with an option to buy, but there are also other clubs interested.
Tottenham are back in negotiations with Leeds for Daniel James. Been told talks are ongoing on loan deal with buy option — but there are also other clubs…??? #THFC
Up to the player, as he’s happy @ Leeds and has to decide.
No movements around Ziyech or Carrasco as of now. pic.twitter.com/IPVf4evGCJ
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) August 31, 2022
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The Daily Mail reported last week that Antonio Conte has been desperate to bring in a winger before allowing Bryan Gil to complete his move to Valencia, and James is seen as the perfect replacement.
Gil joined the club last summer but failed to impress either Jose Mourinho or Conte, and now the out-of-favour 21-year-old could get his return to Valencia, where he spent last season on loan.
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However, Romano suggested that the 24-year-old Wales international is happy at Leeds, and it will be down to him whether or not he leaves Elland Road.
The Welshman signed for Leeds last year from Manchester United and cemented himself as an essential part of the Whites squad last season, making 32 Premier League appearances and scoring five goals.
However, Jesse Marsch has recruited a lot more attacking power this season following the additions of Luis Sinisterra and Brenden Aaronson to the Whites ranks. As a result, James has found himself on the bench more often than not.
With game time looking less bountiful this season, a loan move may be wise, especially with the World Cup around the corner.
Ziyech yes, Carrasco yes, James ….. Why?