AliousLeeds Eye Summer Swoop for “Super” Championship Midfielder Sharing Agent with Calvert-Lewin
Leeds United are already mapping out plans for the summer transfer window, with a fresh midfield target emerging — and intriguingly, he shares the same representative as current star striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin.
The Whites have put daylight between themselves and the Premier League relegation zone, sitting six points clear of danger, and much of that stability has been driven by Calvert-Lewin’s influence in attack. The 28-year-old has been among the division’s leading scorers this season, reinforcing manager Daniel Farke’s previous claim that he is “one of the best strikers in the league.”
With Calvert-Lewin under contract for more than two years and delivering consistently, Leeds are now turning their focus toward strengthening other areas — particularly midfield.
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Hackney on Leeds’ Radar
According to reports via Football League World, Leeds are preparing a potential summer approach for Hayden Hackney, who has been a standout performer for Middlesbrough F.C. this season.
The move could hinge on Middlesbrough’s promotion hopes. Should Boro miss out on a return to the top flight, Leeds would be ready to test their resolve with an offer. However, the Teesside club are currently leading the Championship table, holding a slim advantage over rivals in the race for automatic promotion.
Hackney, 23, has been instrumental throughout the 2024–25 campaign and appears primed for Premier League football, whether with Boro or elsewhere.
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“Super” Talent Making His Mark
Hackney’s performances have not gone unnoticed. Chris Wilder previously praised the midfielder’s development, describing him as a “super player” and highlighting how well he fits into Middlesbrough’s system.
Statistically, the numbers underline that praise:
4 goals and 6 assists in 31 Championship appearances
57 chances created — more than any other Boro player
53.9 accurate passes per 90 — third-highest in the squad
7.58 average FotMob rating — the best in the team
His creativity, composure in possession, and eye for a forward pass have made him Boro’s most reliable performer this season.
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Agent Link Could Prove Crucial
Interestingly, Hackney is represented by the same agency as Calvert-Lewin — a connection that could potentially smooth negotiations if Leeds decide to accelerate their pursuit.
With Farke keen to add more dynamism and technical quality in midfield despite previous additions such as Anton Stach and Sean Longstaff, Hackney fits the profile of a player capable of elevating Leeds’ ambitions beyond mere survival.
If Middlesbrough fail to secure promotion, Elland Road could well become the next stage in Hackney’s rapidly rising career.
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