Leeds and Southampton interested in Manchester City’s Romeo Lavia - The Athletic 16/6/22
By Dan Sheldon, Phil Hay, and Sam Lee
Leeds United and Southampton are interested in Manchester
City midfielder Romeo Lavia.
The two clubs rate the 18-year-old highly and it is thought
Manchester City are reluctant to let him depart, but view a potential deal as a
way to offset any bid they may make for Leeds’ Kalvin Phillips.
Lavia, who plays as a holding midfielder, is well regarded
at the Etihad and some at the club believe he will one day be at the required
level to play in their first team.
The Belgian made his senior debut for Pep Guardiola’s side
in last season’s Carabao Cup against Wycombe Wanderers and also featured in the
FA Cup.
Southampton have already agreed a deal to sign Manchester
City goalkeeper Gavin Bazunu for £12 million, although that could rise to
around £15 million if potential add-ons are met.