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Josh Challies

Leeds United transfer rumours: Dimitri Payet approach, Norwich prepare Buendia sale

Leeds United made their return to the Premier League on Saturday and certainly made up for lost time with a thrilling performance against Liverpool at Anfield.

Rodrigo and Robin Koch both made their debuts on the opening weekend of the new season and they could be joined by other new faces before the window slams shut next month.

A host of players continue to be linked with a move to Elland Road this summer, as Marcelo Bielsa looks to add additional quality to his squad.

Here, we have gathered some of the latest snippets surrounding the Whites.

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Dimitri Payet approach

Leeds United attempted to sign Dimitri Payet from Marseille, according to Le 10 Sport.

Marcelo Bielsa reportedly spoke to the former West Ham favourite in order to try to persuade him to move to Elland Road.

However, Payet instead elected to stay with the French side and has since signed a contract extension with the Ligue 1 club.

Capped 38 times by France, Payet netted 11 Premier League goals in 48 appearances during his time in East London.

Norwich prepare Buendia sale

Norwich City are prepared to sell Emiliano Buendia during the summer transfer window, the Mail reports.

The Argentine midfield is amongst the many players linked with a move to Elland Road before the window slams shut next month.

Now, Leeds United have seemingly been handed a route towards a transfer as Norwich are ready to accept a sale.

The Canaries could also sell the likes of Ben Godfrey and Tod Cantwell to recoup money lost during the coronavirus pandemic.

Gaich hunt continues

According to El Intransigente , Marcelo Bielsa wants Leeds United to continue to monitor Argentina international centre-forward Adolfo Gaich.

The 21-year-old was linked with a move to Elland Road this summer, before sealing a move from San Lorenzo to Russian outfit CSKA Moscow.

However, Bielsa is reportedly still keen on the striker who has a £27.6m release clause.

The report has quoted the youngster as saying that “it would be very nice to play in the Premier League” and that it “is a dream to play” in England.

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