Philadelphia Union confirm Leeds United interest in defender Kai Wagner | OneFootball

The rumour mill has linked Philadelphia Union defender Kai Wagner with a move to Premier League club Leeds United.

Now following the reports club manager Jim Curtin confirmed the interest in a press conference on Thursday.

“First, official offers have to come in, and Ernst (Tanner) will decide one way or another what is best for the club, myself included, and Kai as well,” he said.

“I selfishly would love him to stay here and I believe we can push and try to win something here this year.

“Kai loves it here in Philly, he loves the fans, he loves playing in Subaru Park; but he also has aspirations of playing at the highest levels.

“While there’s always noise in and around him, he’s been focused and done a great job for us this season, and I know that will continue.”

Wagner, who registered four goals and 17 assists in 116 matches for Philadelphia Union, would be fighting for a place in the starting line up alongside Junior Firpo and Leo Fuhr Hjelde.

In addition to Leeds, the player is also reportedly earning interest from Benfica and Dynamo Zagreb.