Leeds United midfielder Kalvin Phillips has underlined his commitment to the club and has stressed his wish to continue playing for his hometown club.
The homegrown star is one of Leeds’ most sought-after players. Having come through the ranks at Elland Road, the 26-year-old has established himself as a regular for club and country. Indeed, having been named England’s Player of the Year, Phillips is, understandably, a man in demand.
And given his contract at Leeds is due to expire in 2023, it’s little surprise to see his name taking up plenty of column inches of late.
West Ham were the first side to make their move, seeing a £50m January approach failing. The England man is also high on Newcastle and Aston Villa’s radars. Both sides are looking to add his passing range and tenacity for a tackle to their midfield.
However, Manchester United have also been strongly linked, though a report has outlined three reasons why that move cannot happen.
Either way, Leeds are seemingly playing a risky game over Phillips’ future. Talks over an extension are on hold until Leeds’ Premier League fate is known. With four matches left, United are firmly in the survival scrap alongside Everton and Burnley.
Whatever the future lies, Phillips has underlined his desire to stay at Leeds.
“I’ve made my intentions clear that I want to be at Leeds and I’ll focus on that until my contract ends,” Phillips told BBC West Yorkshire Sport.
“It’s always been something that I’m not really worried about. It’s always been something I’ve been confident in. There’s always going to be noise when you’re an England international and you’re playing for one of the biggest teams in the country.
“Until the end of the season, I’ll be happy at Leeds and I always will be.”
Kalvin Phillips focused on Leeds survival
Phillips’ immediate and sole priority right now is ensuring Leeds get the results needed to survive in the Premier League.
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