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Leeds United want to sign English playmaker, called Bielsa’s team ‘fantastic’ last year

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LONDON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 11: Todd Cantwell of Norwich City complains to referee Michael Oliver during the Premier League match between Arsenal  and  Norwich City at Emirates Stadium on September 11, 2021 in London, England. (Photo by Mark Leech/Offside/Offside via Getty Images)
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Leeds United are once again targeting Norwich City playmaker Todd Cantwell during this month’s transfer window as Victor Orta attempts to sign him at last.

The Daily Mail claim that Cantwell is one of Leeds’ top targets for the January window after a difficult season.

Cantwell excelled last season with six goals and six assists in the Championship, and was looking to impress again in the Premier League.

However, Cantwell found himself out of the Norwich side under Daniel Farke. Cantwell was then banished to the Under-23’s in a remarkable turn of events.

Despite Dean Smith’s arrival, The Sun claim that Norwich are now willing to sell Cantwell in January.

That could be music to the ears of Orta at Leeds United, with the Whites understood to be interested again.

Leeds wanted to sign Cantwell in 2020 but felt the £20million asking price was beyond them at that time.

NORWICH, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 14: Todd Cantwell of Norwich City holds off Ashley Young of Aston Villa during the Premier League match between Norwich City and Aston Villa at Carrow Road on December 14, 2021 in Norwich, England. (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)
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Now seeking a playmaker for Marcelo Bielsa’s system, Cantwell could be the man for Leeds – especially after his issues at Norwich, which could bring down his price tag.

Cantwell praised Leeds as ‘fantastic’ last year and would surely jump at a move to Elland Road.

At 23, Cantwell can still get back on track, and it may take a move to Leeds to give him a fresh start.

MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - AUGUST 21: Todd Cantwell of Norwich City during the Premier League match between Manchester City  and  Norwich City at Etihad Stadium on August 21, 2021 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Robbie Jay Barratt - AMA/Getty Images)
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