Leeds United Face ‘Fight For His Chances’ Obstacle As They Show Interest In Star

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15 July 2026

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Leeds United

are interested in

Juventus

shot-stopper

Michele Di Gregorio

, but the Italian would prefer to continue life in

Turin

Daniel Farke’s side have stepped up their search for reinforcements between the sticks in recent weeks following Karl Darlow’s departure to

Manchester United

after the expiry of his contract and the exit of Illan Meslier.

Lucas Perri could also be heading for the exit door at Elland Road, with Torino

continuing to explore a move

for the Brazilian.

As a result, the Peacocks could be forced into recruiting at least two goalkeepers during the summer window.

The Whites have been pushing for Zion Suzuki

since last month

and, despite suggestions the Japan international

remains unconvinced

by the prospect of a move to Elland Road, they have

continued to pursue

the custodian.

Leeds, however, face

stiff competition

from

Aston Villa

, with the Villans threatening to snatch Suzuki away from Farke’s side.

That has made it increasingly important for the Whites to line up alternative options, with Leeds now ‘interested’ in Di Gregorio, according to Italian daily

Gazzetta dello Sport.

Juventus would also welcome a move, having been

open to offers

for the Italian since May as they continue assessing the goalkeeping department ahead of the new season.

Tottenham Hotspur

have also developed an interest in Di Gregorio, with Roberto De Zerbi understood to be a

keen admirer

of the shot-stopper.

Spurs have yet to translate that admiration into concrete action, leaving Leeds with an opportunity to make the first decisive move.

Di Gregorio’s own stance, however, could prove a significant obstacle, with the Italian prepared to ‘fight for his chances’ in

even if it means beginning the season as second choice.

Should the Whites decide to act on their interest, convincing Di Gregorio to embrace a move may prove just as important as striking an agreement with the Bianconeri.

Regardless of the Italian’s position, the Old Lady remain determined to bring in a new number one and continue working on a deal for Emiliano Martinez.

That pursuit, however, has become increasingly complicated after Aston Villa were left ‘annoyed’ by Juventus’

transfer strategy

surrounding the Argentine.

Tottenham custodian Guglielmo Vicario also remains firmly in Juventus’ thinking, with boss Luciano Spalletti having already

held direct contact

over the Italian.

With the Bianconeri prepared to sanction Di Gregorio’s departure, Leeds may not find reaching an agreement with the Serie A giants overly difficult, although whether they choose to pursue the opportunity remains to be seen.

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