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Report: Blackburn believe Leeds could make Ben Brereton Diaz bid

Blackburn Rovers believe Leeds could make a bid for Ben Brereton Diaz before the transfer window closes, while that Everton are prepared to pay £12 million for the striker.

Brereton Diaz has picked up where he left off last season. The Chile international has scored twice in his first five Championship appearances this season.

Everton could sign Ben Brereton Diaz in January
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His contract at Ewood Park expires next summer. So Rovers are open to selling the 23-year-old. The Times reports that they want £15 million for the striker.

It is Everton who appear to be on pole position to sign the former Nottingham Forest man. that they have launched a move to sign Brereton Diaz and are willing to pay £12 million for a deal.

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But the Toffees do not have a clear run to his signature. The Times adds that Blackburn believe that Leeds could potentially make a bid before the deadline.

Blackburn believe Leeds could make Brereton Diaz bid

Leeds are in a much stronger position heading into the final days of the summer. Jesse Marsch’s side have made a bright start to the Premier League campaign. And they have managed to do a lot of their business early on in the summer.

Everton need to be busy in the final week. They look to be light in a few areas, including up front. So Frank Lampard’s side surely need Brereton Diaz much more.

Having said that, Leeds could yet sign another striker. They have already lost Patrick Bamford to injury this term.

Brereton Diaz has been labelled an ‘‘ talent. And he will not cost a lot. So there will be plenty of Leeds supporters hoping that they do indeed make a move in the coming days.