Leeds United Miss Out on Eric Dier Signing
Leeds United’s pursuit of former Tottenham defender Eric Dier has ended, with the player set to join Monaco this summer. According to reports from Football League World, Leeds United made a late attempt to secure Dier’s signature, but ultimately failed to persuade him.
Dier, who joined Bayern Munich in January 2024, has seen his contract expire in Bavaria. Despite interest from several clubs, including Brighton & Hove Albion, Crystal Palace, West Ham, Fulham, and Brentford, the 31-year-old has opted for a move to Monaco. The French club has offered him an initial two-year deal with an option to extend.
Sky Sports presenter and former EFL midfielder David Prutton has shared his thoughts on the potential signing, exclusively telling Football League World that Dier would have been a great addition to the Leeds United squad. "Eric Dier would have been a pretty decent addition for Leeds, given his experience and his ability at that particular level," Prutton stated. "Hypothetically, it could have been a good signing, as he has played for a big club in the Premier League and has international experience as well."
However, Prutton also noted that Leeds United will not be too regretful about missing out on the deal. "For every Eric Dier, there’ll be an abundance of other players that can do a very similar job. So if this is one that’s passed Leeds by, I’m sure they’ll be fine."
Dier’s Career Stats
Here are some key statistics from Dier’s career:
| Club | Appearances | Goals | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sporting CP | 32 | 13 | 12 |
| Spurs | 365 | 1 | 5 |
| Bayern Munich | 45 | 3 | 1 |
Leeds United’s Transfer Plans
Despite missing out on Dier, it’s a promising sign for Leeds United supporters to see the club targeting players of a similar profile. Recent examples of teams promoted from the Championship have shown that prior experience in the Premier League can pay dividends throughout a season.
Leeds United manager Daniel Farke’s recruitment team should be profiling players with similar experience and ability. As Football League World previously reported, the Whites’ title win in the Championship was sealed with an injury-time winner from Manor Solomon.
Conclusion
While the deal for Dier didn’t materialize, Leeds United may still look to recruit players with similar experience and ability. If they can secure a player of a similar profile to the England international, it would be an impressive signing and a statement of intent ahead of the new season.
According to Football League World, Leeds United’s interest in Dier was genuine, but ultimately, the player opted for a move to Monaco. As the summer transfer window approaches, Leeds United fans will be eager to see who the club brings in to bolster their squad.
