Everton are preparing a new offer for Leeds United attacker Wilfried Gnonto.
That is according to Fabrizio Romano, who reports Everton will try again for Gnonto in the coming days after the 19-year-old submitted a transfer request on Friday.
As per the Athletic, Gnonto informed Leeds of his desire to leave once again just hours before the club’s clash with West Brom through a written transfer request.
Gnonto has been told to train away from the rest of the first team squad at Leeds by Daniel Farke after refusing to play in matches against Shrewsbury Town and Birmingham City.
Leeds supporters made their feelings clear towards Gnonto in Friday’s game against West Brom, with his now formal request for a transfer coming at the worst possible time.
Romano says Everton will make new bid for Gnonto
Despite Gnonto’s clear desire to depart Elland Road, Leeds have consistently made it clear that he is not for sale this summer.
As per Sky Sports, Everton have already had four offers rejected by Leeds for the Italian, the most recent of which worth around £25 million.
Leeds hold all the cards in terms of an exit for Gnonto, as he still has four years left to run on his contract, that does not include a relegation release clause.
However, their resolve is set to be tested for a fifth time with Romano reporting Everton will return with a fresh offer in the coming days.
If a bid of somewhere close to £30 million arrives, Leeds should really consider selling him given the animosity towards him now.
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