Leeds United pursuing Lassine Sinayoko from AJ Auxerre this summer
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 8:20 PM
Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Leeds United is in discussions to acquire forward Lassine Sinayoko from AJ Auxerre as the European transfer market intensifies. Sinayoko had a standout season, tallying 12 goals and 4 assists over 32 matches. Competition for his signature includes Brighton and other clubs in Germany and France. Leeds is prioritizing immediate recruitment to build on their recent 14th-place finish in the Premier League. Auxerre values Sinayoko at approximately £12 million to £15 million, a figure considered reasonable in the current market.
- •Leeds United is negotiating with Sinayoko's representatives.
- •He scored 12 goals and made 4 assists last season.
- •Brighton has also expressed interest in the player.
- •Auxerre values Sinayoko between £12 million and £15 million.
- •Leeds aims to build forward momentum in the Premier League.
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"The European transfer market is heating up. French journalist Sébastien Denis, writing via Foot Mercato, broke an exclusive report detailing the intense scramble for AJ Auxerre forward Lassine Sinayo...
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