Luka Ayling will leave Leeds this summer but has rejected a move from Sheffield United
Leeds United star Luka Ayling is set to leave Elland Road this summer but the defender will not move to Sheffield United amid interest from the Premier League club.
The 32-year-old is determined to end his time at the Yorkshire club as his contract expires at the end of the season. The defender makes 268 appearances for the Whites over eight years and has been a big part of their return to the Premier League in 2020.
Daniel Farke's side are set to return to England's top flight having reached the Championship final but Ayling will not be there this time.
The right-back has spent the season on loan at Middlesbrough and is believed to remain with the Championship side for the 2024/25 campaign as they sign him permanently. Michael Carrick's side could be in the running for promotion next season and the Boro boss believes the Leeds man can help them.
Luke Ayling turned down a Premier League club for a move from Middlesbrough
According to The Telegraph, Sheffield United showed interest in Ayling ahead of the summer transfer window as Chris Wilder was keen to sign the defender. However, the 32-year-old has chosen to stay at Middlesbrough.
If the Premier League side were still in this category they would have a better chance of luring the Leeds man away from the Riverside but instead the two teams will compete in the Championship during the 2024/25 campaign.
Many Leeds fans will be sad to see Ayling leave the club but they will also know that it is for the best.
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