Leeds transfer boost: Sweden international star makes huge admission

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Leeds target Linus Wahlqvist admits clubs tried to sign him in January

The Norrkoping defender had been linked with a move to Championship side Leeds.

Garry Monks' side are reportedly long-term admirers of the right-back.

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Garry Monk is interested in bringing Wahlqvist to Elland Road

And the 20-year-old has fueled speculation further by admitting that clubs have been keen to sign him, although he did not admit who.

He told Swedish news outlet Fotboll Direkt: “I can only say that there have been concrete bids from fine clubs.

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Pontus Jansson has impressed for Leeds since signing permanently from Torino

"But I have a plan that I’ve worked for and we turned these down. It’s looking good.”

Leeds already have one Sweden international on their books in Pontus Jansson, who recently made his loan move from Torino permanent after his impressive displays.

Wahlqvist is contracted to Norrkoping until the end of 2018.

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