Bournemouth winger could well be on the move this summer.
Bournemouth’s Max Gradel in action with West Brom’s Craig Dawson
Ivory Coast winger Max Gradel has been linked with a move away from Bournemouth, with The Sun on Sunday claiming former club Leeds United are eyeing up a move.
The report on 2/4 page 62 reported the Whites want to bring back the winger, although their efforts are dependent on promotion to the Premier League.
Gradel has had a frustrating two seasons at Bournemouth, with the first one wrecked by injury, and this one he has simply been overlooked by Eddie Howe, not selected to start a single Premier League game.
The winger appears to be taking his future into his own hands, confirming yesterday he has switched agents.
Gradel posted a photo on Twitter of himself signing terms with his new representatives.
Gradel’s actions combined with his lack off game time indicate he is preparing to move on this summer. His substitute appearances in the Premier League have added up to just 94 minutes total game time.
He expressed his unhappiness at Bournemouth in January, but was unable to clinch a transfer due to the African Cup of Nations.
He is 29-years-old and two seasons removed from a prolific season in France where he netted 17 goals in 23 starts with Saint Etienne.
Leeds United are right to be interested but they won’t be the only ones. They must handle their own business first and negotiate the tricky Championship play-offs providing they secure their spot.
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