Wolves 'leading the race' to sign ex-Sheffield United star and former Leeds United target as free agent

Wolves are reportedly leading the race to sign former Leeds United target Che Adams from Southampton.
Tom Coates
By Tom Coates
Published 26th Mar 2024, 14:06 BST

Leeds have been heavily linked with Adams on more than one occasion, although a move to Elland Road has never materialised for the Scotland international.

He has been a regular fixture for Southampton this season, although many of his outings have been from the bench. In total, he has made 30 league appearances this term and notched on 10 occasions.

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His contract is due to expire this summer and according to The Telegraph, Wolves are in pole position to snap the 27-year-old up as a free agent. Wolves boss Gary O’Neil is said to have been in the market for a frontman and Adams is reportedly on his radar.

Leeds United have previously been linked with Southampton's Che Adams. Image: Naomi Baker/Getty ImagesLeeds United have previously been linked with Southampton's Che Adams. Image: Naomi Baker/Getty Images
Leeds United have previously been linked with Southampton's Che Adams. Image: Naomi Baker/Getty Images

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Although he now plies his trade in the Championship, Adams boasts plenty of Premier League experience having racked over 100 appearances in the top flight.

Despite never penning a deal at Elland Road, Adams has previously played his football in Yorkshire. It was at Sheffield United that he made his EFL breakthrough, having shown promise in the non-league pyramid before the Blades came calling.

A move to Birmingham City followed and he eventually arrived at Southampton in 2019. He has since scored 43 goals in 180 appearances for the Saints.

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