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Leeds United are interested in signing AS Roma striker Artem Dovbyk, with the Ukrainian forward linked with a move away from the Italian club in recent weeks as Roma prepare to offload the 28-year-old goal scorer who could provide crucial attacking depth.
Leeds United and Sunderland Enter Transfer Battle for Roma’s Artem Dovbyk
The 28-year-old striker has attracted interest from multiple Premier League clubs, with Newcastle also previously linked with the Ukrainian international. Roma are reportedly close to signing Giacomo Raspadori and are therefore prepared to sell Dovbyk, creating an opportunity for English clubs to secure his services during the current transfer window.
Sunderland are also keeping tabs on Dovbyk’s situation according to TMW, setting up a direct competition with Leeds for the striker’s signature. Both clubs are monitoring developments as Roma look to complete their own incoming transfer business, which would facilitate the Ukrainian’s departure from the Italian capital.
Leeds are currently fighting for survival in the Premier League and need more quality to stay up, with adding another goal scorer identified as ideal for their squad. The club have been overly dependent on Dominic Calvert-Lewin, and the former Everton striker needs more support in the attack, making Dovbyk an attractive target to improve their final third options.
The Ukrainian striker is reportedly attracted to the idea of moving to the Premier League at the peak of his career, viewing this as the right time to take on a new challenge. With the player unwanted at Roma, a move to England would provide regular opportunities and represent a logical next step in his development.
Sunderland have done exceedingly well since their promotion to the Premier League and are pushing for a place in the top half this season. The Black Cats’ strong form and ambitious project could tempt Dovbyk to choose them over Leeds, creating genuine competition for the striker’s services as both clubs prepare their respective offers.
