Leeds United are the latest team to join the race for Aston Villa striker Cameron Archer, as revealed by Ben Jacobs
Archer has had two spells in the Championship now, Preston North End and Middlesbrough both of which have been solid spells for the forward.
Them spells have made him a wanted man and as well as Leeds’ interest, Middlesbrough and Sheffield United are also sides who have been looking at a possible deal.
It looked like Archer was going to remain at Aston Villa, but it was reported by The Athletic, that the Premier League side are open to selling the 21-year-old this summer.
It was reported by The Sun, that Villa would be looking for around £20 million to sell the striker in this transfer window. It remains unclear which teams, if any would be willing to go near this valuation, but it seems there is definitely plenty of interest from the Championship.
Would Cameron Archer be a good signing for Leeds United?
While we wait to see how this news develops, some of the writers at Football League World have shared their thoughts on Leeds’ interest in Archer and if this would be a good move for the player.
Alfie Burns
There’s little surprise that Leeds are interested in Archer at this point.
Daniel Farke’s squad is threadbare right through, but the lack of a clinical and proven No.9 is something that needs to be addressed as soon as possible.
In 40 appearances in the Championship, Archer has struck 18 goals and also registered seven assists. He’s a top asset at this level, capable of leading the line alone despite his smaller frame. He is intellegent with his movements and, in a possession-heavy side, would be the perfect No.9 option for Farke with the right mix of presence and goalscoring nous.
One issue for Leeds is going to be the competition to sign the striker from Aston Villa, though.
Middlesbrough also need a striker and have worked with Archer before, whilst there are surely clubs in the lower third of the Premier League that might be willing to take a mid-term punt on him being a good addition.
However, Leeds’ need is becoming greater by the day and it might be that they have to come to the table with an ambitious pitch to get a striker that would make a major difference.
