Leeds United and Crystal Palace sent Patrick Agyemang message as Derby County 'bids' claim emerges
Derby County have not received approaches from Leeds United or Crystal Palace regarding Patrick Agyemang, a report has claimed.
The 25-year-old arrived on British shores in the summer, sealing a move to Derby from MLS outfit Charlotte.
He has quickly settled into Championship life, becoming a key figure in the Rams frontline. The USA international has made 24 league appearances, scoring seven goals and registering four assists.
Speculation over his future has already surfaced, with Leeds and Palace having been linked by Football Insider.
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However, Derbyshire Live have claimed there have been no approaches to Derby over the availability of the marksman.
It has also been suggested Derby are not looking to entertain any bids for Agyemang and that they are instead hoping to retain his services.
Speaking about the forward last month, Rams boss John Eustace said: “We expected a slow start from Pat, but he's progressing into a top, top striker. Still a lot of work to go, but we'll keep working with him.”
Leeds United’s forward search
Agyemang may not be Leeds-bound, but the Whites do appear intent on adding a forward to their ranks.
The need for an extra option up top has been created by the club’s switch to a 3-5-2 formation, which has sparked an upturn in form.
Dominic Calvert-Lewin and Lukas Nmecha have impressed since their free transfer moves to Elland Road, although do not face particularly stern competition.
Joel Piroe has not yet hit his stride in the Premier League and there has been talk of a potential move away from West Yorkshire. Teenage prodigy Harry Gray, meanwhile, has been loaned to League One strugglers Rotherham United.
Wolverhampton Wanderers star Jørgen Strand Larsen is thought to have attracted interest from Leeds, although a raft of Premier League clubs are reportedly on his trail.
Leeds have until February 2 to wrap up their business and it remains to be seen whether Facundo Buonanotte will be followed through the door as a new face at Elland Road.