Leeds United have been linked with a high-profile move to sign Norwich City playmaker Gabriel Sara this summer, and a report explains why The Whites are confident of securing a deal.

The 25-year-old Brazilian was one of the best players in The Championship last season, featuring in all 48 games for Norwich last term. He started all 46 league games, and then both play-off semi-final matches.

Leeds demolished Norwich in the second leg of the play-offs at Elland Road, winning 4-0. Sara remains at Norwich following his £10m move in 2022, having had a hand in 27 goals last term – 25 in the second tier.

With Norwich failing to win promotion and Sara having outgrown the Canaries, a move is expected and reports over the weekend say Leeds have made midfielder Sara a ‘key target’ in their bid to be promoted.

Why Leeds feel confident of deal in pursuit of Norwich’s Sara

Leeds lack a natural no.10 other than Brenden Aaronson, who has been used as a left winger in both of the club’s friendlies while out in Germany. It feels as if Aaronson could replace   Summerville.

But the Dutchman remains at Elland Road and   Rutter sparkled as a 10 last season. Whether Leeds actually need “ ” Sara remains to be seen, but nonetheless he would be a top signing.

Leeds are not alone in their pursuit of Sara, with Serie A side   also keen. But Give Me   report

Having played Norwich last season, Leeds believe the fact they will be fighting for automatic promotion

makes them the next logical move for Sara and that may be enough to tempt him with a move to Leeds.

that The Whites feel confident due to their ‘close proximity’ to Sara and can offer a ‘natural’ step up.