Leeds United 'preparing' £17.6m offer to sign Sevilla star Ruben Vargas as Newcastle United also linked
Leeds United and Newcastle United are reportedly eyeing Sevilla star Ruben Vargas.
The opening of the winter transfer window is edging closer and it appears Leeds are planning to bolster their ranks.
Form may have improved but the Whites remain in a battle for Premier League survival, one some fresh blood may help them win.
A clutch of attacking players have been linked with a move to Elland Road, with Vargas the latest to have been mooted as an option.
Leeds United linked with Ruben Vargas
According to Fichajes, Leeds are preparing an offer worth close to €20m (£17.6m) for the versatile winger.
The report has suggested the Whites are willing to meet a €9m (£7.9m) asking price before swaying Sevilla with a range of performance-related bonuses.
Also said to be monitoring Vargas are Newcastle United, who have underwhelmed in the Premier League this season.
Leeds reportedly believe Vargas would fit into their system, which has been tweaked to great effect in recent weeks.
Ruben Vargas pedigree
At 27, Vargas is approaching his prime years and boasts impressive pedigree. He was signed by Sevilla in January having spent six years as a key figure for FC Augsburg in Germany.
This season, the wideman has registered three goals and four assists in Spain.
Vargas represents Switzerland at international level, meaning he is already familiar with Whites star Noah Okafor. He was on 58 caps and weighed in with 11 goals and 11 assists.
Winger interest
Leeds have been credited with interest in a number of wide players, including Chelsea outcast Raheem Sterling.
Reports have suggested the Whites are looking at their wide areas with the jet-heeled Daniel James back on the treatment table.
Leeds did look to sign Harry Wilson from Fulham late in the summer window, suggesting the club do believe they are light on the flanks.