HITC Sport understands that Leeds United have joined the chase for Burton star.
Leeds United are lining up a move for Burton Albion star Jackson Irvine, HITC Sport understands from sources close to the club.
Irvine is one of the most in-demand players in the Football League during this summer’s transfer window, following his exploits with Burton last season.
The Australian international proved to be one of the buys of the season following his move from Ross County to Burton last summer.
Irvine finished as Burton’s top scorer with 10 goals from midfield and he was instrumental in helping Nigel Clough’s side secure survival in their first season in the Championship.
The 24-year-old’s performances for Burton have brought him on to the radar of a number Premier League and Championship clubs as they look to bolster their midfield options.
Leeds have been busy in this summer’s transfer market but new Whites boss Thomas Christiansen hopes to further strengthen his squad and he is an admirer of Irvine.
Christiansen sees Irvine as someone who can bring energy and a goal-scoring threat to their midfield as Leeds look to mount another bid for promotion back to the Premier League next season.
Burton are keen to keep hold of Irvine, however they are bracing themselves for offers for the former Celtic man before the close of the transfer window.
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