Reported Leeds United target Luke Baartman has agreed to a new long-term contract with his current club Cape Town Spurs, amid Elland Road interest.
Leeds United’s plans for the January transfer window are expected to be finalised soon, as the club hopes to return to the Premier League at the first attempt.
Youth signings are unavoidable every window, with the club ensuring that the under-21s side is constantly producing first-team-quality players.
Luke Baartman heading to Leeds?
According to the Scottish Sun, Leeds are competing with Celtic to sign South African wonderkid Luke Baartman.
The 17-year-old scored his first goal of the season earlier this month against Kaizer Chiefs, lashing the ball high into the top corner late in the game.
According to the report, the young striker would not be ready for Brendan Rodgers’ Celtic first team.
What’s the latest?
Leeds United and the Scottish Premiership giants have been dealt a blow this week, however, as Soccer Luduuma reports that the striker has signed a new contract with the club.
A new long-term contract could be a significant boost for Cape Town Spurs, who are currently bottom of the league and in desperate need of a turnaround.
It makes sense for a club playing in a division outside of Europe’s major leagues, at the bottom of the league, to sign him to a new contract as soon as possible.
If he demonstrates enough about himself to warrant this interest, it won’t be long before offers begin to come in, and they must be protected.
A new contract ensures that they will receive the best possible compensation when clubs such as Leeds and Celtic make the move.
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