Leeds United, Crystal Palace and Everton 'set sights' on summer transfer raid for Celtic star
Leeds United have been linked with a summer move for Celtic star Nicolas Kuhn. The Championship leaders are thought to be among a number of clubs interested in signing the versatile attacker following the player's outstanding season north of the border, according to The Boot Room.
Former Germany youth international Kuhn is reportedly attracting interest from Premier League sides Brentford, Crystal Palace and Everton, having previously been eyed up by Newcastle United. The 25-year-old moved to Celtic just over a year ago, with the Scottish giants paying a reported £3m to Rapid Vienna to secure his services.
Kuhn, who can operate out wide or up front, has quickly established himself as a big fans' favourite for the Bhoys. He has contributed an impressive 21 goals and 15 assists in 55 appearances since moving to Parkhead. The forward has 30 goal contributions this term as Celtic close in on another league title.
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Kuhn, who represented various German clubs at youth level before moving into senior football with Ajax, also played a starring role in their run to the Champions League last 32. He opened the scoring in the Allianz Arena against Bayern Munich in midweek but Brendan Rodgers’s side bowed out of the competition in midweek after conceding in the closing stages of the tie.
His stellar form has alerted United, Everton and Crystal Palace, with the The Boot Room report claiming the trio have "set their sights" on signing him. Brentford have also been credited with an interest in the player.
There is a strong possibility the Whites will be in the market for attacking reinforcements this summer. Boss Daniel Farke has repeatedly spoken of his desire to land a new No 10 to compete with Brenden Aaronson for a place in the starting XI and it remains to be seen if United will keep hold of Manor Solomon. The Tottenham Hotspur loanee is due to return to his parent club following the climax of the 2024/25 season.