'Does actually sound...' - Journalist makes key claim regarding Leeds' approach for Aaronson

Leeds United’s hopes of signing RB Salzburg midfielder Brenden Aaronson at all now appear to be slim, according to journalist Dean Jones.

The Whites looked like having a chance of acquiring the 21-year-old’s signature earlier in the month, with numerous reports linking him with a move.

Aaronson has already matured into a key player for club and country, starting all six Champions League games for Salzburg this season, along with winning 15 caps for the USA.

However, it now appears as though Leeds’ hopes of signing the midfielder are bleak.

Speaking to GiveMeSport, Jones claimed the transfer is unlikely to happen in January or the summer, claiming that it has become a complex situation. He revealed:

“They might be able to resurrect it in the summer but, even then, it does actually sound a bit more complicated than I originally realised.

“I’m afraid, as much as they like Aaronson and as much as he would be a great fit for them, it’s just not going to happen.”

This is an undoubted blow for Leeds, who genuinely looked as though they would sign Aaronson at one point in the January transfer window.

At 21, he would have been a tremendous long-term addition who’s already capable of making an impact straight away given his Champions League experience, giving the Whites’ midfield an injection of youth and quality.

Instead, it looks as though Marcelo Bielsa will have to eye up alternative targets in the summer, especially if Kalvin Phillips decides to move on.

In other news, Leeds have reportedly made an approach for one player. Find out who it is here.

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