Leeds United are now keen to sign a new goalkeeper this summer who can bring in a “one-on-one king” to replace Illan Meslier, a report said.
Leeds' summer transfer plan takes shape
Leeds have been working hard to ensure the championship advances this season, but they still have work to do, effectively blocking the championship if they beat Plymouth Argyle on Saturday afternoon.
Of course, the 49ers will be happy to lock a place in the Premier League, but the more difficult task of avoiding relegation will still come, meaning they will need to strengthen the team in the summer transfer window.
Recently joined West Ham United's Tomas Soucek match, while Everton's Abdoulaye Doucoure may also join the free transfer.
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Not only are the whites keen on strengthening the midfield, but they may also need a new goalkeeper as Meslier has been widely criticized for his wrong catalog this season.
According to Germany (via sports witness), Leeds has now played in a new target between matches, namely Finn Dahmen, who has performed well for FC Augsburg this season.
Daniel Farke is surrounded by Dahmen, who has an English mother, which makes him a potential consideration for Thomas Tuchel, and moving to Elland Road may line up for him with three lions.
It's unclear what Augsburg wants to charge for goalkeepers, but given his recent impressive Bundesliga, they seem to be able to keep up with high returns.
“1-on-1 King” Daman may be Leeds' first signature
ESPN reporter Archie Rhind-Tutt praised the 27-year-old after pulling out a clean sheet in Augsburg last month, calling him a “one-on-one king.”
The German got six clean sheets in the Bundesliga spin earlier this year, which wasn't a feat considering his role as the mid-table side, and he made many wonderful savings in the process.
The Augsburg star has been outstanding for a long time, ranking in the top 1% of many key goalkeeper metrics over the past year.
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statistics |
Average per 90 |
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Clean sheet percentage |
56.3% (99th percentage point) |
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Oppose the target |
0.63 (99th percentile) |
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Save percentage |
85.9% (99th percentage point) |
Every sign suggests that Dahman could be a real upgrade to Meslier, and given his level of performance this season, it wouldn't be surprising if Tuchel tries to bring him into the England setup.
