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Leeds United possible destination of Taremi

Inter Milan striker Mehdi Taremi will move to the Premier League this summer, with Leeds United ahead of Fulham in the race.

This, according to today’s print edition of Milan-based newspaper Gazzetta dello Sport, via FCInter1908.

Inter Milan striker Mehdi Taremi has been at the centre of several transfer rumours in recent weeks.

The 33-year-old had a very underwhelming first season at Inter. Therefore, there is a widespread feeling that he will be on his way after just one year at the club.

There have been plenty of clubs to show an interest in Taremi’s signature.

The likes of Botafogo and Flamengo have tried to bring the 33-year-old to Brazil. However, his priority has been to stay in Europe.

Meanwhile, Turkish giants Bestikas have also been eyeing up a move for Taremi.

Taremi Set For Premier League Switch – Leeds United Lead Fulham

RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA – JANUARY 06: Mehdi Taremi of FC Internazionale celebrates scoring his team’s second goal during the Italian Super Cup Final between FC Internazionale and AC Milan at Kingdom Arena on January 06, 2025 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. (Photo by Abdullah Ahmed/Getty Images)

In the meantime, however, the interest in Taremi’s signature is also arriving from the Premier League.

And that would certainly be an option that the player himself would welcome.

There are a couple teams in particular to show an interest in signing Taremi.

Fulham have targeted the 33-year-old for much of the summer, the Gazzetta dello Sport note.

However, Craven Cottage is not Taremi’s most probable destination.

Instead, the Gazzetta report, Leeds United are closing in. They are keen to sign a striker after winning promotion to the Premier Division, and Taremi is in their sights.

Taremi Still Expected To Leave Inter Milan This Summer – Fulham, West Ham United, Nottingham Forest, Leeds United & Besiktas Keen

Iran Star Still Expected To Leave Inter Milan This Summer – Fulham, West Ham United, Nottingham Forest, Leeds United & Besiktas Keen
Iran Star Still Expected To Leave Inter Milan This Summer – Fulham, West Ham United, Nottingham Forest, Leeds United & Besiktas Keen

Mehdi Taremi is still expected to leave Inter Milan this summer, with Fulham and West Ham United among the clubs targeting him.

This according to today’s print edition of Rome-based newspaper Corriere dello Sport, via FCInterNews.

Inter Milan striker Mehdi Taremi has been at the centre of a number of transfer rumours in recent weeks.

The 33-year-old had a very underwhelming first season at Inter. Therefore, there is a widespread feeling that he will be on his way after just one year at the club.

There have been plenty of clubs to show an interest in Taremi’s signature. Fulham and West Ham United are reportedly keen to bring the former Porto striker to London.

Meanwhile, the likes of Nottingham Forest and Leeds United are also targeting Taremi from within the Premier League.

And Turkish giants Bestikas are also eyeing up a move.

Mehdi Taremi Still Set To Leave Inter This Summer

LECCE, ITALY – JANUARY 26: Mehdi Taremi of Inter celebrates scoring his team’s 4th goal during the Serie A match between Lecce and FC Internazionale at Stadio Via del Mare on January 26, 2025 in Lecce, Italy. (Photo by Maurizio Lagana/Getty Images)

In the meantime, Taremi has also turned down a move to Botafogo in Brazil.

Reportedly, the 33-year-old’s priority is to remain in Europe.

According to the Corriere dello Sport, though, little has changed. Inter plan to offload Taremi after his unsuccessful first season at the club, and the player himself will accept a departure.

Moreover, the Corriere reports, Taremi’s future has nothing to do with Inter’s pursuit of Ademola Lookman.

Saeid Ezatolahi profiled after Iran international linked with a move to Leeds United

The 22-year-old has had an injury-hit campaign on loan at Reading

By: Andew Steel

With the transfer window fully up and running, Leeds United are on the hunt for new players following the confirmation that Marcelo Bielsa will remain at the helm next season.

With the Argentine set to stay in West Yorkshire, the Whites are looking to add to their squad as they look to improve upon their promotion near-miss this year, with other members set to leave.

One name linked this week with a move to Elland Road is central midfielder Saeid Ezatolahi, with Iranian media reporting that he could bring some extra depth into the core of United’s pack.

But just who is the 22-year-old? LeedsLive takes a look at his credentials.

Who is Saeid Ezatolahi?

Ezatolahi is a midfielder currently contracted to Russian top flight side FC Rostov – though he hasn’t spent much time there in recent years.

He arrived in 2015 but has spent the last two campaigns out on loan, firstly at Amkar Perm and latterly at Championship rivals Reading this year.

He’s struggled with injuries however, with his spell at the latter blighted by problems, while he looks set to become a free agent.

Why do Leeds want him?

Leeds United are not set to make widescale changes to their squad this summer, with Bielsa happy with the core of his squad. However, some more depth is needed and Ezatolahi’s age and experience tick a number of boxes for the club.

With his contract expiring this summer, he would also be a cost-effective way to add to the squad.

What has he done?

He’s not achieved much at club level, though he was a member of the Rostov side that finished as Russian Premier League runners-up in 2016.

At international level however, he’s won close to 30 caps for Iran since 2015, establishing himself as something of a mainstay of the team.

He’s only got the one goal however, scored on his fourth appearance against Turkmenistan in 2015.