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Leeds United, Celtic and Tottenham Hotspur-linked midfielder Lennon Miller could reportedly be the subject of an £8m offer from Lyon.

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A teenage sensation at Motherwell, Miller has sent his stock soaring with a string of mature displays in the Scottish top flight.

Celtic have been strongly linked with a move for the prodigy, who has represented Scotland’s under-21s despite being just 18.

In November, The Boot Room credited a raft of English clubs with interest in his services. Leeds were among them, as were the likes of Tottenham Hotspur, Manchester United and West Ham United.

However, it appears there is also interest from France in the midfielder. According to Football Insider, Lyon are ready to table an £8m offer for the 18-year-old.

The Ligue 1 side are said to have scouted Miller on a number of occasions, believing him to be among Europe’s top prospects.

Motherwell are reportedly aware of the interest in the coveted asset, but will only sell him for a record transfer fee.

Miller has made 30 appearances in all competitions this season, scoring four goals and registering six assists.

Considering there appears to be interest from high-profile clubs in Miller’s signature, a deal could prove hard for Leeds to complete if they do pursue one.

The business Leeds conduct in the summer is likely to depend on their fate in the Championship promotion race, with Premier League status something that would give the Whites greater pulling power.

Transfer guru Fabrizio Romano has issued an update regarding Leeds United’s interest in Tottenham Hotspur winger Manor Solomon.

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The 25-year-old was loaned to Elland Road in the summer and has become a key figure in the club’s title charge.

Reports have indicated the Whites would like to sign the Israel international on a permanent deal in the summer, although Everton have also been credited with interest.

According to Romano, Leeds do indeed want to retain the tricky wideman. However, it appears their chances of securing his signature could hinge on their fate in the Championship promotion race.

Speaking on GiveMeSport’s Market Madness, Romano said: “Leeds want to try to keep the player, but they will need to get promoted.

“There will be more clubs interested from the Premier League. At the moment, it’s not something advanced.

“The player is focused on events on the pitch, so there’s nothing really concrete, but the interest from Leeds to make this deal is absolutely there. There was also interest from Italy before he joined Leeds, but for sure Leeds will try.”

Solomon and Daniel James, who were once teammates at Fulham, have been Daniel Farke’s first-choice options out wide.

Farke also has Wilfried Gnonto and Largie Ramazani at his disposal, but has been using the pair as options from the bench.

Speaking to The Athletic last month, Solomon did not deny the possibility of a long-term future in West Yorkshire.

He said: “I love it here, I love the fans. I love the club. I love the players, the manager. Especially now, I’m really enjoying it and I love living here.

“Of course, it’s different to London, less things to do and we have less friends here. All the Israelis, they live in London, but we found our place here.

“You can’t predict what will happen in the future, whether I come back to Tottenham, whether I go to a different team, or whether I stay here in Leeds, you can’t predict it, but, of course, for me, the door is really open.”

Leeds United have been credited with interest in a summer move for Tottenham Hotspur’s Manor Solomon - but so have a Premier League club.

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The 25-year-old is currently on loan at Elland Road, playing a crucial role in the club’s Championship promotion tilt.

He has established himself as an almost indispensable figure for the Whites, registering seven goals and seven assists in 26 appearances.

Reports have indicated Leeds hold interest in striking a permanent deal in the summer, but it appears they could face competition.

Everton look set for a huge summer as they usher in a new era at their new stadium and have been named as an interested party by former Leeds goalkeeper Paul Robinson.

Speaking on Football Insider’s Inside Track podcast, he said: “As far as Everton are concerned, we speak every week about them needing a winger

“Solomon can play on either flank and can play as a number ten, depending on the formation David Moyes wants to adopt, and he’s a player that would bolster their ranks.

“He’s 25 now, you’re not waiting for potential, he’s ready and wants to go and play. Everton aren’t the only side interested, obviously Leeds are there as well, but they’re only in contention if they earn promotion to the Premier League.

“Solomon, you would expect since he’s been loaned out by Tottenham, is going to be the subject of a bidding war in the summer.

“The important thing for him is to play regular football and I think Everton is a good fit for him, but there will be a lot of clubs looking at him.”

Solomon had big boots to fill at Elland Road, with talismanic winger Crysencio Summerville having left for West Ham United.

He has impressed under the tutelage of Daniel Farke and spoken candidly about his enjoyment of life in LS11.

Speaking to The Athletic last month, the Israel international said: “I love it here, I love the fans. I love the club. I love the players, the manager.

“Especially now, I’m really enjoying it and I love living here. Of course, it’s different to London, less things to do and we have less friends here. All the Israelis, they live in London, but we found our place here.

“You can’t predict what will happen in the future, whether I come back to Tottenham, whether I go to a different team, or whether I stay here in Leeds, you can’t predict it, but, of course, for me, the door is really open.”

Leeds United are interested in signing Manor Solomon from Tottenham Hotspur on a permanent deal, according to a report.

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The 25-year-old arrived at Elland Road in the summer, making a temporary switch after being hampered by injury in the Premier League.

He has become a crucial figure for Daniel Farke’s side, registering seven goals and seven assists across 25 Championship outings.

The Israel international was not signed as part of a loan-to-buy agreement, but it appears Leeds would like to hold talks with Tottenham.

According to TEAMtalk, the Whites want to retain Solomon and will discuss the prospect when the current campaign concludes. However, it is thought the sale of Wilfried Gnonto could be required to make it possible.

Promotion to the Championship would arguably give Leeds’ chances of landing the wideman a significant boost, with Premier League interest in his services appearing likely.

Solomon has waxed lyrical regarding his time at Elland Road, telling The Athletic last month that he “loves” the club.

He said: “I love it here, I love the fans. I love the club. I love the players, the manager. “Especially now, I’m really enjoying it and I love living here.

“Of course, it’s different to London, less things to do and we have less friends here. All the Israelis, they live in London, but we found our place here.

“You can’t predict what will happen in the future, whether I come back to Tottenham, whether I go to a different team, or whether I stay here in Leeds, you can’t predict it, but, of course, for me, the door is really open.”

Middlesbrough are reportedly among the clubs to have enquired about Tottenham Hotspur prodigy Will Lankshear.

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The 19-year-old is among the Premier League’s brightest prospects and represents England at youth level.

Originally an Arsenal trainee, Lankshear spent a year in Sheffield United’s youth system before Tottenham came calling in 2022.

According to reporter Ben Jacobs, Tottenham are looking to loan the forward out and are not short of options.

Middlesbrough are believed to have enquired about the teenager’s availability, while Burnley and Luton Town are also thought to have asked.

West Bromwich Albion and Cardiff City have also been credited with interest in Lankshear, who was named the 2023/24 Premier League 2 Player of the Season.

He could prove to be an ideal replacement for Emmanuel Latte Lath if the Boro talisman does seal a move to MLS side Atlanta United.

Middlesbrough have made four senior signings in the current window, landing Mark Travers, Ryan Giles, George Edmundson and Morgan Whittaker.

Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly considering a move for ex-Hull City loanee Liam Delap - but could face competition from Chelsea.

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The 21-year-old spent last season on loan in Yorkshire, scoring eight goals in 32 appearances for the Tigers.

Manchester City sanctioned a permanent exit for the frontman in the summer, selling him to Premier League newcomers Ipswich Town.

He has been a revelation at Portman Road, notching eight goals in 22 outings and fuelling talk of interest from Chelsea.

According to TEAMtalk, Tottenham are also weighing up a swoop for the England under-21s marksman.

Ipswich are said to be keen to retain Delap, slapping a £40m on his head as a minimum price tag. Despite their desire not to sell, the report claims money could well talk.

Tottenham have endured a woeful campaign but manager Ange Postecoglou is reportedly set to be backed with reinforcements.

The club are believed to be keen on recruiting new defenders, as well as a new forward option.

Celtic have reportedly hired former Sheffield Wednesday and Tottenham Hotspur manager David Pleat as a scout.

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The 79-year-old is a vastly experienced figure and is considered a fountain of knowledge when it comes to talent identification.

Years after his final tenure as Spurs boss, Pleat returned to the club as a scout and had a hand in the signings of various first-team stars.

According to Mail Online, Celtic have called on Pleat’s talents to identify potential signings. He is believed to have been handed a one-year deal, with his primary focus being talent in England.

A winger in his playing days, Pleat represented the likes of Nottingham Forest and Exeter City before moving into coaching.

He led Luton Town and Tottenham twice and also had spells in charge of Nuneaton Borough, Leicester City and Sheffield Wednesday.

The Owls handed Pleat the reins in the summer of 1995 and he was at the helm during a period of change at Hillsborough.

A number of senior players were moved on as the club ushered in a new era and Pleat was the boss when Benito Carbone and Paolo Di Canio were signed.

Pleat was sacked in November 1997, paying the price for a sluggish start to the season.

Leeds United are reportedly interested in long-serving Tottenham Hotspur defender Ben Davies.

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The 31-year-old has been on the books at Spurs for over a decade and amassed 341 appearances across all competitions since joining from Swansea City.

However, just 11 of those have been this season and he is out of contract at the end of the season.

With the clock ticking down on his Spurs deal, reporter Ben Jacobs has claimed Leeds have retained an interest in the 92-cap Wales international.

Leeds were said to have a speculative eye on Davies during the last January window, but a move never materialised.

Speaking on the Last Word on Spurs podcast, Jacobs said: “With Ben Davies, I think that he will also be gone. And the same for Fraser Forster as well.

“With Davies, the natural thing is to run down the contract. Leeds United remain interested. So that could be one to watch in the coming weeks.”

Considering Davies’ pedigree, it would be a surprise to see the defender step down into the Championship.

A move would arguably be more likely if Leeds secured promotion to the top flight, which the Whites are currently on course to do.

He would be among familiar faces at Elland Road, with Leeds having Wales internationals Joe Rodon, Ethan Ampadu, Daniel James, Karl Darlow and Charlie Crew in their ranks.

Davies will also be familiar with winger Manor Solomon, who is currently on loan at Leeds from Tottenham.

BARNSLEY midfielder Matty Craig has been recalled by parent club Tottenham Hotspur and immediately loaned back out to the Reds’ League One rivals Mansfield Town - dashing the hopes of South Yorkshire neighbours Doncaster Rovers.

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The League Two promotion-chasers were keen on bringing back Craig for a second loan spell at the club - following his impressive temporary stint at Rovers last term - but have lost out to the higher-division Stags, who have signed him for the rest of the season.

Craig found opportunities hard to come back in the final months of his time at Oakwell, making just one league start after the derby at Huddersfield Town on October 7 - the 4-0 home reverse to Leyton Orient on December 21.

In total, the 21-year-old made 16 appearances for the club.

Despite the loan spell not quite working out in the way that he and Barnsley hoped - with Craig widely expected to be recalled from his season-long arrangement and head back to Spurs this month - Reds head coach Darrell Clarke remains full of praise for the way that the midfielder conducted himself in his time at Oakwell.

Clarke said: "With Matty, I can’t speak highly enough of the lad. He’s a great lad and professional who is going to have a great career.

"Obviously, with Luca (Connell) and Kelechi (Nwakali) coming in now, the ‘six’ position is pretty tough on the lads who are trying to get in front of those two at the minute.

"Because both of those players are performing in the midfield and Jon Russell and Phillo (Adam Phillips) are (also) performing very well at the minute.

"We’d like to thank Spurs. We enjoyed having him and I am sure he (Craig) will have a good career."

Echoing Clarke’s sentiments, sporting director Mladen Sormaz said: "Matty’s attitude and effort have been first class. He wasn’t able to break into the team in the way we had hoped and therefore we agreed it would be better for his development for the loan to end.

"I’d like to thank Spurs for working closely with us throughout Matty’s time at the club and we wish him well for the future."

Leeds United’s on-loan Tottenham Hotspur winger Manor Solomon has admitted the door is “really open” regarding his future.

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The 25-year-old moved to Elland Road on a season-long loan deal in the summer following an injury-hit season at Tottenham.

He has become increasingly important to the Leeds cause, racking up 19 appearances and helping the Whites ascend to the Championship summit.

The Israel international has remained coy over his future but did not rule out the possibility of a long-term stay in West Yorkshire.

Speaking to The Athletic, he said: “I love it here, I love the fans. I love the club. I love the players, the manager.

“Especially now, I’m really enjoying it and I love living here. Of course, it’s different to London, less things to do and we have less friends here. All the Israelis, they live in London, but we found our place here.

“You can’t predict what will happen in the future, whether I come back to Tottenham, whether I go to a different team, or whether I stay here in Leeds, you can’t predict it, but, of course, for me, the door is really open.”

Solomon first arrived on British shores in 2022, impressing during a loan spell at Fulham after making the switch from Shakhtar Donetsk.

Tottenham secured his services in 2023 but Solomon has managed just six appearances for the Premier League club.

Leeds have an embarrassment of riches in the winger department, with Solomon facing competition from Daniel James, Wilfried Gnonto and Largie Ramazani.