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Report: Leeds United’s response to QSI talks speculation

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Leeds United have reportedly said that they are not in talks with the owners of Paris Saint-Germain.

General views of the stadium ahead of the Sky Bet Championship match between Leeds United v Aston Villa at Elland Road on December 3, 2016 in Leeds, England.

According to The Financial Times, Qatar Sports Investments are interested in buying a stake in Leeds United.

It has been reported that QSI, who are backed by Qatar and control French giants Paris Saint-Germain, have been in talks with Leeds owner Andrea Radrizzani in recent months.

The report has also claimed that Radrizzani will not use the money raised from the sale of a stake in Leeds to sign players, but instead the Italian businessman will consider using it to buy another European club.

According to The Financial Times, Italian club Genoa is a potential takeover target for Radrizzani.

General views of Elland Road before the Sky Bet Championship match between Leeds United and Aston Villa at Elland Road on December 03, 2016 in Leeds, England.

Leeds United’s response

Leeds, though, have denied any negotiations with QSI, according to The Sun.

The British tabloid has claimed that the Championship club are not in talks with QSI over selling any stake.

Disappointing end to the season

Leeds suffered a bitter disappointing end to the season, as Marcelo Bielsa’s side lost to Derby County in the Championship playoff semi-finals, despite winning the first leg away from home at the Pride Park Stadium.

The Whites will hope to go again next season and challenge for a top-two finish in the Championship.

Leeds United co-owner Andrea Radrizzani chats on the touchline before the game during the Sky Bet Championship match between Leeds United and Wigan Athletic at Elland Road on April 19,...