Leeds United are interested in signing Empoli left-back Fabiano Parisi, La Lazio Siamo Noi reported.
Since the start of the transfer market, the club has been particularly concerned about the left-back position, especially after the sale of Leif Davis and Junior Firpo’s subsequent injury in pre-season.
And to be fair, Pascal Struijk has done an admirable job on the left side during injuries to Junior Firpo and Stuart Dallas. It is not, however, a long-term solution.
The Italian’s agent has admitted that the player could leave in January or next summer for Leeds among the clubs interested in signing the left-back. While speaking to Tuttomercatoweb, Mario Giuffredi said:
“I consider him a great team player. He (might leave) in January or (next) summer.”
“He is (a player) of the highest level. He can aspire to important goals. We had many clubs (showing interest); from Atalanta to Torino to Fiorentina, Leeds and Nice.
“According to Empoli, we decided to wait.”
The report suggests the Italian outfit will be “willing to sell” for around £8-£10m despite extending his contract a few weeks ago. The report also names Juventus and Lazio as the other two clubs interested in signing the youngster.
