(Credit: Imago)
Mon 28 July 2025 20:10, UK
Leeds United were interested in Feyenoord winger Igor Paixao, but have now lost the battle for his signature.
Paixao has agreed to join Olympique Marseille, despite the Whites making an improved bid to sign the Brazilian in recent days, in a frustrating blow.
Leeds were keen on the winger to add more firepower to their attack, but they will now have to look elsewhere, with Paixao set for a medical with Marseille.
The 25-year-old could have been a marquee signing to play out wide, but MOT Leeds News have now listed three targets the Whites can sign instead.
Paixao will join Marseille (Credit: Imago)Manor Solomon
The obvious alternative to Paixao is Manor Solomon, who impressed on loan at Leeds in the Championship last season, but there is sure to be a mixed reaction if he does return.
As it stands, Solomon is keen on earning a chance under Thomas Frank at Tottenham, but if he does leave, then Leeds is a likely destination.
Solomon has Premier League experience and would seamlessly slot into the side again, but question marks remain over whether he can produce a similar level of output in the top flight as he did last season.
Solomon played a key role for Leeds last season (Credit: Imago)Timothy Weah
USMNT forward Timothy Weah is set to leave Juventus this summer, and Leeds could be a viable option for him.
Weah was reportedly keen on joining Marseille, but with Paixao now headed there, a move to the Premier League could be on the cards instead.
Weah’s record in Serie A (2024/25)
The 25-year-old can play on both wings, as well as through the middle, and would offer speed and an extra goal threat to the front line.
Cameron Archer
Although typically a centre-forward, Southampton attacker Cameron Archer is also capable of playing on both wings, and could be an alternative to Paixao.
The 23-year-old was linked with a move to Elland Road in recent months, having featured heavily in the Premier League last season.
Archer does have experience under his belt, but was relegated with Sheffield United and Southampton, but could thrive in a better team under Daniel Farke, and may be a versatile alternative to Paixao.
The England Under-21 international has thrived in the Championship in the past, and may be a wildcard option depending on the potential transfer fee.
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