Leeds United reportedly want to sign Jerry Mbakogu from Carpi in the summer transfer window.
Earlier this month, TV Qui claimed that the two clubs had reached an agreement for €3.5m (£3.1m), and that there was a June 30 deadline for the transfer to go through.
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It seems that with the deadline looming, Leeds have to pay Italian club Carpi just £1.6m in order to secure the services of Mbakogu, who can operate as a striker or as a winger.
Smart signing for Leeds United?
It would not be a bad idea for Leeds to bring the 25-year-old to Elland Road if they can get him for £1.6m.
True, the former Padova man is not very prolific, but he is a hard-working player who would be a good option off the substitutes’ bench.
Leeds will be aiming to finish in the Championship playoffs next season, and the Whites do need to make some good signings in the summer transfer window.
Mbakogu is not going to be a game-changer, but the Nigerian striker would be a smart addition to the squad and would give new Leeds head coach Marcelo Bielsa options.
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