00:00Leeds United are reportedly closing in on Republic of Ireland striker Troy Parrott,
00:06aiming to finally turn a long-running transfer story into reality.
00:10The Whites have been linked with the AZ Alkmaar forward for the better part of a year,
00:16with speculation intensifying after no move materialised in the summer, despite heavy interest.
00:22The 23-year-old is impressed for both club and country, playing a key role in Ireland's World Cup play-off campaign
00:28and continuing to build on his reputation as a consistent goalscorer in the Eredivisie.
00:34The forward, who moved from Tottenham Hotspur to AZ in 2024, still has over three years remaining on his deal,
00:41meaning any January deal would come at a significant cost.
00:46Reports suggest Leeds would need to meet a fee in the region of £25m,
00:51a figure that could potentially challenge the club's profit and sustainability regulations,
00:55if paid in the winter window.
00:59Despite this, Leeds appear willing to explore the investment,
01:02with the move seen as a statement of intent and a chance to bolster their attacking options mid-season.
01:08Parrott's numbers speak for themselves.
01:10He scored 20 goals in the Eredivisie last season,
01:13helping AZ reach the elastic scene of the Europa League
01:16and has continued his rich vein of form into the current campaign.
01:20His combination of pace and finishing ability make him an attractive option for Leeds,
01:25whose manager is looking to add a striker capable of leading the line
01:29and providing consistent goal output.
01:32While January may present challenges in terms of fee and competition from other clubs,
01:38Leeds' long-standing interest and monitoring of Parrott
01:41suggests that the Whites could be ready to act decisively.
01:44Any deal would represent one of the club's more ambitious moves in recent transfer windows
01:50and signal their intent to flex their muscles in the Premier League.
02:00For Leeds, the Parrott pursuit is about more than just a January signing.
02:05It's about securing a player who can make an immediate impact
02:07and provide long-term value,
02:09potentially shaping the club's attacking future for years to come.
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