Leeds have been linked with signing Ruben Alcaraz.
Leeds United have been linked with a move for Ruben Alcaraz, report Spanish outlet Pucela Fichajes.
Alcaraz is valued at 10 million Euros (£8.8m) according to Transfermarkt.
Here are five facts about the possible Leeds signing…
1) Alcaraz is a 27-year-old central midfielder who plays for La Liga side Real Valladolid. This is his first season in the top flight.
2) He spent three years in Barcelona’s academy as a youngster before leaving for Espanyol. He eventually made his professional debut at third division side Horta.
3) Alcaraz is represented by the same agency as former Leeds United loanee Alfonso Pedraza, who is still with Villarreal.
4) He ranks as the fourth highest tackler in La Liga this season, averaging 3.1 per game, according to Whoscored.com. He also ranks seventh in the league for fouls.
5) Alcaraz has two goals and one assist in 18 appearances this season. One of his strikes was this impressive free-kick scored against Valencia last week.
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