AliousAccording to Sky Sports Germany journalist Florian Plettenberg, Leeds United forward Georginio Rutter has verbally agreed to join Brighton & Hove Albion.
The 22-year-old player is expected to undergo a medical examination within the next three days, finalizing his departure from Elland Road.
Plettenberg reported that Brighton will activate Rutter’s £40 million release clause, as previously mentioned by David Ornstein.
The Premier League club’s management and coach Fabian Hürzeler were keen on acquiring the versatile striker.
Leeds United’s struggle to retain Rutter was somewhat predictable.
The club’s failure to secure promotion to the Premier League likely influenced Rutter’s decision to leave.
Additionally, the departures of other key players like Archie Gray and Crysencio Summerville without replacements may have further convinced Rutter to seek a move elsewhere.
While Leeds attempted to persuade Rutter to stay, the allure of Premier League football proved too strong.
The club now hopes that the funds from Rutter’s sale can be used to strengthen multiple areas of the squad and build a team capable of achieving promotion.
However, with the transfer window closing in two weeks, Leeds faces a time crunch to make necessary improvements to their squad.
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