Leeds United and AC Milan submit transfer ‘request’ for Serie A star - YEP 3/7/22
The Whites are said to be keen on making a move for the Sassuolo star. By Mark Carruthers Leeds United and Serie A giants AC Milan have reportedly made an enquiry for Sassuolo midfielder Hamed Traore. The 22-year-old broke through the academy ranks at Empoli before secure a two-year loan deal to join Sassuolo ahead of the 2019/20 season. That move was turned into a permanent deal last summer and Traore went on to enjoy an impressive campaign with I Neroverdi, scoring eight goals in 32 appearances in all competitions. His form earned a maiden call-up to the Ivory Coast squad and Traore made his senior international debut in September last year when he replaced former Chelsea winger Jeremie Boga in a 2-1 World Cup qualifier win against Cameroon. Leeds are believed to have watched his progress over the last six months but face competition from Serie A champions Milan, who are said to be keen to keep the attacking midfielder in Italy as they mount a defence of their title. It...