Brentford shut in on £35m deal to signal Leeds midfielder Archie Grey… as Bees steal march on Tottenham and Arsenal for the highly-rated teenager

Brentford have stolen a march on Arsenal and Tottenham after agreeing a £35million deal for Leeds United’s Archie Grey.

The 18-year outdated is now anticipated to go for a medical.

Brentford moved shortly with London rivals Arsenal, Spurs and Chelsea all making enquiries.

Borussia Dortmund and Aston Villa have additionally checked on the versatile midfielder who made 52 appearances final season.

Arsenal and Tottenham had been understood to be pushing greater than rival golf equipment earlier this week although Tottenham additionally maintain an curiosity in Villa midfielder Jacob Ramsey.

Leeds are reluctant to lose such a followers’ favorite as Grey, significantly along with his household’s affiliation with the membership, however recognise he might generate essential income.

The take care of Brentford for Grey might be nearer to £40m with add ons – however different golf equipment might but are available in now they’ve agreed a charge. 

Grey is the nice nephew of Leeds nice Eddie Grey and grandson of Frank Grey. His brother Harry can also be on Leeds’ books.

In the meantime centre again Charlie Cresswell is in talks over a £3.8m transfer to French facet Toulouse.

Actual Betis have accomplished a £4m deal for Marc Roca and wish Diego Llorente whereas Marseille and Monaco are eager on Leeds keeper Ilian Meslier.

Jamie Shackleton has curiosity from Sheffield United.