Leeds' summer search has spread across goalkeeper, midfield and wide roles. The latest picture is crowded, with Shea Charles, Zion Suzuki and Mandela Keita all in play, while Parma could be pulled into more than one negotiation.

Leeds keep moving after setbacks in the market

Leeds had a £25million bid rejected for Shea Charles after an initial offer was also turned down. Charles scored six goals and provided two assists in 38 appearances across all competitions for Southampton, which explains why he has stayed high on Leeds' list even as the route to him has become more difficult.

The club are also in talks to sign Mandela Keita from Parma as a Plan B option to Charles. They have been quoted a €30m (£26m, $34m) price tag for Keita, while the same summer market has also drawn Newcastle into the Zion Suzuki chase.

Leeds finished 15th in the Premier League and collected 45 points from 38 matches, so a window built on adding depth rather than standing still makes sense. Daniel Farke's side are not shopping in one lane any more, and that is probably the clearest sign of where this rebuild is heading.

Newcastle and Palace add pressure to the same targets

Newcastle have held talks over Suzuki as they search for a new first-choice option. Nick Pope is 34 and entering the final year of his contract, which is why the move fits a longer-term recruitment pattern rather than a quick cover signing.

Crystal Palace have also joined the race for Charles while preparing for possible offers for Adam Wharton. Alex Crook said Palace are intent on hijacking Leeds' move for the Southampton midfielder. TEAMtalk sources also said the Northern Ireland international is very much keen on a move.

Palace's interest adds another layer to a chase Leeds were already trying to control. With Charles, Keita and Suzuki all still unresolved, the next few weeks will tell whether Leeds land one of their main targets or end up leaning on the backup options they have already opened up.

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