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Leeds United continue to pursue Union Berlin defender Danilho Doekhi with the 27-year-old Dutch centre-back reportedly interested in making the move to Elland Road during the January transfer window, as the Premier League club seeks defensive reinforcements.
Leeds United Receive Boost as Union Berlin’s Doekhi Shows Interest in January Move
The Netherlands international has impressed during his time with the German club and has attracted attention from Leeds United. According to reports, Doekhi is keen on joining the Whites, which could encourage the Yorkshire club to pursue their interest with a formal approach for the defender’s services.
Leeds are looking to strengthen their defensive options and add quality depth to their backline. Doekhi’s aerial ability could provide an additional attacking threat during set pieces, offering Daniel Farke’s side a new dimension in their approach play. The defender has established himself as a reliable performer in the Bundesliga and demonstrated the quality that could translate effectively to Premier League football.
Union Berlin have reportedly set an asking price of €13 million for the 27-year-old defender. The German club may be reluctant to lose an important squad member but could be tempted to negotiate if Leeds submit a concrete proposal that meets their valuation. Doekhi is currently at the peak of his career and views this as an ideal opportunity to test himself in English football.
The potential move represents a significant step for Doekhi, who could use a successful stint at Leeds as a platform to attract interest from bigger clubs in the future. Leeds have the financial resources to meet Union Berlin’s asking price, and it remains to be seen whether they will follow up their reported interest with an official bid to secure the defender’s signature this month.
