Leeds make enquiry to partner Calvert-Lewin with £105,000-a-week striker

Leeds United have submitted an enquiry for a Premier League striker as 49ers Enterprises look to reinforce Daniel Farke’s attacking options in the January transfer window.

Farke gushes over Calvert-Lewin after four goals in four

Farke labelled Dominic Calvert-Lewin “one of the best English strikers in the Premier League” and tipped him for an England call-up after Sunday’s 1-1 Premier League draw at Brentford.

Calvert-Lewin scored for a fourth-consecutive game to continue the feel-good factor around the Yorkshire club, who have now picked up five points in their last three matches.

“I have got such a good relationship with Thomas that I am far away from giving any recommendation,” the German said.

“He will know exactly what he needs to win the World Cup, but it is for each player the same.

“If you deliver with consistency and not just one or two games, or a good week or a good month, this is not enough, but if you deliver with consistency, then each and every manager or coach in the world is aware and will be ready.

“Dominic has proven this before. He has many caps for England and has also a good goal record.

“I think these goals are even more remarkable for a promoted side that can’t play that dominant than sides fighting for the title, so he will have chances to be in the spotlight.

“My relationship with Thomas is so close and he knows if he has any questions, he can call my number and we can speak about it. It always depends on the performances and I think (the) sky is the limit for Dominic.

“He was very unlucky in the last couple of years with injuries, but his quality was never in doubt and his CV speaks for itself.

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“For me, he is one of the best English strikers in this league. Harry Kane is playing in Germany for Bayern Munich, but in the Premier League, he is definitely one of the best English strikers and he will be a key player for us going forward.”

Leeds are expected to dip into the transfer market in January to find support for the former Everton striker, who has suffered from injury troubles throughout his career.

Leeds make Zirkzee enquiry

According to reports in Italy, where Roma are also watching matters closely, Leeds have submitted an enquiry for Manchester United striker Joshua Zirkzee.

The £105,000-a-week earner has largely been out of favour under Ruben Amorim, but has managed to find the back of the net once in just three starts this season.

The report suggests Leeds have some convincing to do to win the race for his signature, with the 6-cap Netherlands international preferring a move back to Italy, where he thrived with Bologna.

Manchester United legend Lee Sharpe has praised the striker despite his rocky time at Old Trafford, claiming he’s a “real baller” who could develop into a “superstar” if given a fair shake.

Zirkzee is as much of a facilitator as he is a pure goalscorer – he registered seven, nine and four assists in his three league seasons prior to joining United – so he could be the perfect foil to Calvert-Lewin operating as a traditional number nine.