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Some Leeds fans react on Twitter to Jordan Hugill speculation

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Leeds have been linked with a move for Jordan Hugill.

Jordan Hugill of Preston North End celebrates scoring the opening goal during the Sky Bet Championship match between Brighton & Hove Albion and Preston North End at Amex Stadium on October...

Leeds United have been linked with a move for West Ham striker Jordan Hugill, report The Sun.

It is not the first time Hugill has been linked to Leeds,.

The Yorkshire Evening Post reported in January that Leeds had watched Hugill for ‘a while’ but were not convinced he was worth the £8 million Preston wanted.

West Ham took the plunge – and are now looking to shift him out. The Sun report Leeds want him on loan.

A loan deal for Hugill would be a coup for the Whites, and he is familiar with the Championship.

Leeds have been linked with Matej Vydra also, and fans are keen on Hugill providing it is a case of getting him in alongside the Derby forward, and not as an alternative.

Jordan Hugill of West Ham United battles for possession with Gaetan Bong of Brighton and Hove Albion during the Premier League match between Brighton and Hove Albion and West Ham United at...

Hugill has a solid if unspectacular goal record, with his link up play and ability to hold the ball up among his strengths.

Some Leeds fans believe Hugill is an ideal fit for what new manager Marcelo Bielsa wants, due to his success with target men in the past at previous clubs, and on loan there is little risk or commitment on their part.

Here is a look at how fans reacted on Twitter to the report…