Bournemouth are set for talks with Leeds United target Karl Darlow today.
That is according to Alan Nixon, who reports the Cherries are keen to sign Darlow as competition for Neto, but alongside Leeds, may be unable to match the salary demands of the 32-year-old.
Leeds are also keen on signing Darlow this summer and have earmarked him as one of two main goalkeeping targets with Illan Meslier expected to move on.
While Bournemouth could hold the advantage of Premier League football, Leeds may be able to offer him the number one spot, leaving Darlow with a decision to make.
As per the report from Nixon, and according to various other outlets, Newcastle will command a fee of around £5 million to sell Darlow this summer.
Bournemouth set for talks with Leeds target Darlow today
Darlow is expected to be allowed to move on from St. James’ Park this summer with Nick Pope, Lorius Karius and Martin Dubravka all ahead of him in the pecking order.
That said, Darlow was in pre-season action for Newcastle last night in their 2-1 win at Rangers, though did drop a clanger for the home side’s equalising goal.
Bayern Munich’s Alexander Nubel is Leeds’ alternative target between the sticks, who will also be allowed to leave his current club this summer.
Leeds are battling with Stuttgart for Nubel with the 26-year-old’s preference believed to be remaining in the Bundesliga.
That said, Stuttgart’s attempts to agree a loan deal have so far proved to be unsuccessful, leaving the door open for Leeds to make their move should they wish.
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