Leeds United will require a huge rebuild in midfield this summer with a host of their first team options set to depart.
The Whites have already lost Weston McKennie after his loan spell from Juventus ended, while Marc Roca is looking increasingly likely to make the switch to Real Betis.
Adam Forshaw’s future at Elland Road is also uncertain after being included on Leeds’ released list, though talks are expected over a deal on lower terms.
Despite Leeds’ desire to keep Tyler Adams, he may also be difficult to keep in the Championship with Aston Villa having stepped up their interest this week.
Darko Gyabi and Archie Gray are among the youngsters ready to step up, but Leeds will still need at least two, if not three midfielders to replace the ones they have lost.
Leeds should be on red alert as Sheffield United set £10m asking price for midfielder
According to TeamTalk, Sheffield United are set to command just £10 million for Sander Berge this summer despite their promotion to the Premier League.
Berge is out of contract next summer and not expected to sign a new deal, putting the Blades in a difficult situation.
Sheffield United are currently strapped for cash and are looking to raise funds in order to strengthen their squad, with Berge a player they may look to sell.
This should put Leeds on red alert as he is exactly the type of midfielder they need, given his leggy presence and ability to carry the ball.
Berge scored six goals and provided five assists in the Championship last season, and that type of contribution from midfield is something Leeds have lacked in recent years.
If he can brought in and played alongside a real ball-playing defensive midfielder, Leeds would have the perfect balance in the middle of the park as they look to build a side capable of promotion.
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