Leeds United are reportedly hoping to sign Romano Schmid from Bundesliga club Werder Bremen during the January transfer window.
According to an update by reputed Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano, Romano Schmid is on Leeds United’s transfer wishlist this month, and they are currently in talks with Werder Bremen to get the deal done.
The Austrian international is likely to cost around €15 million, and it will be interesting to see if Leeds United can get the deal across the line. It is no secret that the West Yorkshire outfit need more quality and depth in the middle of the park.
The 24-year-old atacking midfielder will add goals and creativity to the side. Leeds United are fighting for survival in the Premier League, and they need more quality. Signing the Graz-born midfielder would be a wise decision.
Schmid has two goals and five assists to his name in all competitions this season. The opportunity to play in the Premier League would be exciting for him. It would be a step up in his career, and he would get to test himself at the highest level. If the player manages to impress in the Premier League, he might be able to secure a bigger move in future.
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Romano Schmid could be a bargain for Leeds United
The €15 million asking price is quite reasonable for a player of Romano Schmid’s talent. The 24-year-old is already competing at a high level, and he could make an immediate impact at the English club. The deal could look like a bargain in future.
The Austrian midfielder will be excited about taking on a new challenge, and then moving to the Premier League could be ideal for him. Competing alongside quality players in England could help him improve further and fulfil his potential. It will be interesting to see if he can adapt to English football quickly and help his team survive in the top flight.
It is no secret that Leeds United need more quality in the final third. Ideally, they should look to invest in a quality striker as well before the January window closes, and they have been linked with several players, including Wolverhampton Wanderers star Jorgen Strand Larsen.
