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Versatile Spain forward Rodrigo linked with Leeds move

(Reuters) - Rodrigo Moreno has quietly turned into Spain’s leading striker after a varied career which has taken him from the youth academies of Flamengo and Real Madrid to become a star at Valencia via spells at Benfica and Bolton Wanderers.

Now the Brazilian-born Spain international could be set to be Leeds United’s marquee signing ahead of their return to the Premier League after a 16-year absence.

Spanish media reported on Tuesday that Leeds owner Andrea Radrizzani and sporting director Victor Orta have travelled to Valencia to negotiate a deal for Rodrigo, 29, who is valued at around 40 million euros.

Leeds did not respond to a request to comment on the reports.

Should he join Leeds, Rodrigo would be the latest high-profile departure from Valencia after captain Dani Parejo and Francis Coquelin left for rival Villarreal this month, sparking fresh protests against owner Peter Lim. [L8N2FE42M].

Rodrigo is already well versed in English football after making 17 Premier League appearances with Bolton while on loan from Benfica in the 2010/11 season.

“England was good to me. You go to England, you know the physical demands – you’ve got no choice but to adapt and that makes you grow,” he told British newspaper The Guardian in 2018.

“Working there daily helped. I was involved, it was my first senior season and I learned a lot.”

A wide player who attacks down the right wing, Rodrigo can link the forward line and is particularly effective on the counterattack.

His qualities have made him the favoured forward of Spain coach Luis Enrique and predecessor Robert Moreno. He has repaid their faith by scoring six goals in his last nine starts for his country.

He scored only seven goals in all competitions last season amid injuries and turmoil at Valencia, who sacked popular manager Marcelino in September and eventually finished ninth.

His best season in front of goal came in 2017/18 when he scored 16 times in La Liga.

He also hit decisive goals against Ajax Amsterdam and Chelsea last year as Valencia reached the knockout stages of the Champions League and netted in the 2-1 win over Barcelona in the 2019 Copa del Rey final.

https://uk.reuters.com/article/uk-soccer-spain-val-rodrigo/versatile-spain-forward-rodrigo-linked-with-leeds-move-idUKKBN25L1OY

Rodrigo to Leeds is here-we-go! Top deal just agreed between the two clubs for ?30m + add ons to Valencia. Personal terms to be agreed on next hours. Medicals already scheduled. Bielsa is waiting for him.

There is a final verbal agreement between #Valencia and #LeedsUnited for the signing of #Rodrigo

Now contracts have to be drawn

What a signing this is for Leeds and Marcelo Bielsa

Leeds United agree reported £30m fee with Valencia for striker Rodrigo
Valencia announce clubs have reached agreement on website
Spain forward set to be marquee signing for promoted club



Leeds are on the verge of making their first marquee signing since returning to the Premier League after reaching an agreement with Valencia for the transfer of Spain striker Rodrigo.

The La Liga club announced on their website on Tuesday evening that a deal in principle has been agreed, for a reported £30m fee. Personal terms and a medical for the player are still to be finalised.

The 29-year-old has scored 59 goals in 220 games for Valencia since joining from Benfica in 2014, initially on loan, and would boost Marcelo Bielsa’s attacking options ahead of Leeds’ first season back in the English top flight for 16 years.

A statement on Valencia’s official website read: “Valencia CF have reached a preliminary agreement with Leeds United FC this Tuesday for the transfer of Rodrigo Moreno, at the expense of completing all the documentation and other formalities and passing the mandatory medical examination.

“Valencia CF want to thank [Rodrigo] for his commitment and effort over the last six seasons,” the statement added. “Valencia wish him all the best in this new stage of his sports career.”

Rodrigo is the latest high-profile departure in a turbulent summer for the Spanish club. Earlier this month, winger Ferran Torres joined Manchester City for £24.5m, while midfielders Dani Parejo and Francis Coquelin have joined local rivals Villarreal.

So far in this window, Leeds have turned loan spells for Helder Costa and Illan Meslier into permanent deals, and brought Jack Harrison back on another loan from City. The club have also boosted their youth ranks with the captures of Joe Gelhardt, Charlie Allen and Cody Drameh.

https://www.theguardian.com/football/2020/aug/26/leeds-united-agree-reported-30m-fee-with-valencia-for-striker-rodrigo

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Valencia striker Rodrigo having medical at local clinic ahead of signing 4yr contract with Leeds. Fee of ~ ?30m + add-ons roughly half what #Valencia wanted for 29yo last summer. Shirt number undecided.

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After some typical last minute hiccups but now resolved, last night all was agreed, done and dusted.

Today it will be announced that #Rodrigo is a new @LUFC player. ?29m + around ?10m variables.

You are right getting excited about what he can do for the side, Leeds fans!

Rodrigo: Leeds United sign Valencia forward for club record fee

Leeds United have signed Spain forward Rodrigo from Valencia for a club record 29m euro (£26m) fee.

Rodrigo, 29, has signed a four-year contract with Marcelo Bielsa's side, who are back in the Premier League after a 16-year absence.

He scored 59 goals in 220 games for Valencia, helping the La Liga club win the Copa del Rey in 2018-19.

Leeds' previous record transfer was former England captain Rio Ferdinand, who cost £18m from West Ham in 2000.

Rodrigo had a spell in England with Bolton Wanderers in 2010-11 and initially joined Valencia on loan from Portuguese side Benfica in 2014.

Born in Brazil, he made his Spain debut in 2014 and has scored eight goals in 22 international appearances.

Leeds released a video of Rodrigo thanking the club's fans for their "messages on social media" welcoming him to Elland Road, before signing off with: "Come on Leeds, marching on together."

In an Instagram video to Valencia supporters, he said: "After six seasons, it's time to separate our pathway. It's been a very tough decision but I believe it's time to take on a new challenge."

The Spanish club confirmed a deal had been agreed on Tuesday, posting on social media: "Valencia want to thank Rodrigo Moreno for his commitment and effort over the past six seasons.

"We wish him all the best in this new stage of his career at Leeds United."

Leeds won the Championship by 10 points last season to secure their return to the top flight for the first time since 2004.

https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/53914263

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