Birmingham City set to see off Wrexham competition to win transfer battle for midfielder
The 22-year-old has spent the past two years on loan at Northampton from the Seagulls, and he has been linked with a host of clubs this summer, with the likes of Wrexham, Copenhagen and LAFC all thought to be monitoring Leonard.
But, it’s Blues who are going to win the race to sign the player, as journalist Fabrizio Romano revealed that a deal worth up to £500,000 is set to go through.
“Excl: Birmingham City agree deal with Brighton to sign Marc Leonard. Fee around £500k with add-ons, deal set to be signed with medical completed.”
Marc Leonard is another example of Birmingham City’s ambition
Blues have been making some serious statement signings so far this summer, with the owners really backing Davies as he looks to take the team back to the Championship.
And, this is another signing that will be seen as a real coup, as Leonard proved last season that he is a quality operator in the third tier.
His performances for Northampton caught the eye, with the Scotsman a pretty complete midfielder at this level with how he uses the ball, and he also plays with an intensity and drive.
It’s worth noting that he only missed one league game in two years for the Cobblers, so he is someone who is durable and reliable, which are qualities that the Blues chief is sure to appreciate ahead of a demanding season.
As mentioned, clubs like Copenhagen and LAFC were keeping tabs on the player, which highlights his potential.
To get Leonard for a deal worth up to £500,000 is also relatively modest compared to some of Blues’ signings this summer, so it will be viewed as a shrewd bit of business.
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