Why Archie Gray’s family could be key to Leeds United star rejecting move to Chelsea

Under Todd Boehly, Chelsea have spent a large amount of money recruiting young players from around the world and so it is no surprise to see that they are keen on Gray.

It is said that a fee in excess of £30m could bring Leeds to the table, which would certainly be a total undervaluation of their most prized asset.

Leeds are yet to receive a formal offer for the 18-year-old, but given the amount of interest, it would be a surprise if one doesn’t arrive in the coming weeks.

Why Gray’s family could be key to Chelsea’s rejection

Chelsea have become notorious for stockpiling players over the last couple of years and in both positions Gray can play, this is no different.

Gray is eyeing a midfield role at Leeds if he stays next season, but if he were to join Chelsea he would be behind the likes of Moises Caicedo, Enzo Fernandez, Conor Gallagher, Romeo Lavia and Cole Palmer. Other big money youngsters include Lesley Ugochukwu, Andrey Santos and Cesare Casadei.

It is no different at right back. Reece James and Malo Gusto are currently competing for the top pick in that role, leaving Gray with little to no minutes.

With this in mind, Gray’s family and representatives could therefore play a key role in rejecting the possibility of a move to Chelsea.

It has already been revealed that the 18-year-old and those close to him are in no rush to push for an exit from Leeds, focusing mainly on ensuring he develops by playing games.

He simply wouldn’t get that opportunity at Stamford Bridge and so a move to the capital at this stage in his career would make little sense.

Borussia Dortmund’s offer could change things with Gray

The club Leeds should be most worried about when it comes to signing Gray is Borussia Dortmund.

Dortmund have a history of signing and developing young players in recent years, making them an attractive proposition for players who have found themselves in the same situation as Gray. Jude Bellingham is, of course, the prime example.

As such, Gray and his family have a slightly different stance when it comes to the possibility of a move to Dortmund, knowing that it would be unwise to completely ignore them given their track record.

The main stumbling block, however, is whether they can get the cash to bring Leeds to the table.

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