'I think if Leeds...' - Journalist makes Whites transfer claim regarding potential summer exit

Tottenham should sign Leeds United star Raphinha after missing out on winger Luis Diaz in January, according to journalist Pete O’Rourke.

The Brazilian has arguably been the Whites’ best player this season, leading their Premier League scoring charts with nine goals, including one in Sunday’s 4-2 defeat at home to Manchester United.

However, constant speculation surrounds the winger’s future at Elland Road, with a host of elite clubs linked with a move for him at the end of the season. At least the 25-year-old’s current deal does not expire until the summer of 2024, so only a huge bid could prompt Leeds to sell, in all probability.

Speaking to GiveMeSport, O’Rourke claimed that Raphinha could be an ideal alternative to Diaz for Spurs after the Colombian joined Liverpool last month instead.

The journalist said: “Raphinha is similar to Diaz. He’s a match-winner who can create goals and score goals as well.

“I think if Leeds are unable to tie him down to a new contract or forced to sell him, Spurs should be right in there along with all those other top clubs.”

Raphinha’s body language hasn’t always been great in recent weeks, which has only heightened the speculation surrounding a potential summer exit.

It is easy to see him moving on, with a Champions League club likely to come in for him amid Leeds languishing towards the bottom of the Premier League.

Ideally, Raphinha will sign a new deal at Elland Road – and it may still happen – but the Whites must realistically prepare for him seeking a new challenge in the summer.

In other news, three Leeds players struggled most in the defeat to Manchester United. Find out who they are here.

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