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Leeds United now set to activate release clause of player compared to Jude Bellingham after Manor Solomon deal
Leeds United are not done yet in the transfer market ahead of deadline day on Friday 30th August.
Daniel Farke has already welcomed Manor Solomon, Jayden Bogle, Alex Cairns and Largie Ramazani to Elland Road – while Joe Rodon was also signed on a permanent basis after his impressive loan spell last season.
Now, Leeds United are ready to make a sixth signing of the summer…
Leeds United set to trigger Ao Tanaka release clause after announcing Manor Solomon
It has been a busy news day at Elland Road, to say the least.
Just before Leeds United announced the signing of Solomon on loan from Tottenham, a story from the revealed that the Whites are in talks with Fortuna Dusseldorf about a move for Ao Tanaka.
It is said that the Japan international could even fly to Yorkshire tonight to undergo a medical if personal terms are agreed.
Incidentally, Leeds United seem to be speaking to Fortuna Dusseldorf in an attempt to pay a lower fee, as Tanaka actually has a release clause worth just £2.65m written into his contract with the German outfit.
Therefore, Leeds United do not need to agree a fee with the 2.Bundesliga side, as they can go straight into discussions over personal terms with the 25-year-old if a bid of that amount is submitted.
Tanaka – a central midfielder – made 30 appearances for Fortuna Dusseldorf in the 2023/24 campaign, impressively scoring seven goals while also providing four assists.
Daniel Farke could sign his own Jude Bellingham
For those of you who know little about the Fortuna Dusseldorf No.4 and his abilities, a comparison to a more popular player might help.
Interestingly, Tanaka has been compared to Jude Bellingham of all players.
It was actually the Bundesliga’s official website who the Leeds United target to the England international, highlighting their ability to make an impact in both boxes, as well as their leadership qualities as comparable traits.
Be sure to keep an eye on this situation, as Leeds United could quickly follow the signing of Solomon by bringing Tanaka to Elland Road.