Zion Suzuki price tag claim emerges amid talk of Leeds United and Aston Villa interest in Parma and Japan star
Parma’s reported stance on Leeds United and Aston Villa-linked goalkeeper Zion Suzuki has been outlined
Leeds United and Aston Villa could reportedly have to pay £25.8m to prise Zion Suzuki from Parma.
The 23-year-old is among the most promising goalkeeping talents in Serie A and has introduced himself on the global stage at this year’s World Cup.
He got the nod for each of Japan’s recent group stage games, helping them book a Round of 32 showdown with Carlo Ancelotti’s Brazil.
Leeds and Villa have both been linked with Suzuki, who joined Parma from Urawa Red Diamonds back in 2024.
Zion Suzuki’s price tag
According to CalcioMercatoWeb, Parma value their coveted goalkeeper at around €30m (£25.8m). It has been indicated they know he is in-demand and would like to pocket a hefty fee if they are to part with him.
The mooted figure would represent a significant investment for Leeds and is greater than the fee they paid to sign Lucas Perri from Lyon last summer.
However, after Perri’s tough maiden campaign at Elland Road, the Whites may be keen to ensure they can secure a reliable stopper.
Leeds United’s goalkeeping department
Perri lost his place between the sticks to Karl Darlow in January, becoming the second Leeds goalkeeper to lose his spot to Darlow after Illan Meslier suffered the fate in April 2025.
Darlow is due to see his contract expire, although reports have indicated Leeds are confident he will put pen to paper on a new deal.
It has also been suggested that back-up Alex Cairns will be staying put, although Meslier has already been freed to seek pastures new as a free agent.
On the potential incomings front, Leeds have also been linked with the likes of Derby County’s Jacob Widell Zetterström, Chelsea’s Filip Jorgensen and Newcastle United’s Nick Pope.