Leeds United, Leicester City and Burnley among the clubs linked with the former Huddersfield Town man

Leeds United are said to be one of a number of clubs interested in signing former Huddersfield Town midfielder Brahima Diarra, who is now part of the free agent pool.

The Whites are part of a group of clubs, including Leicester City, Hull City and Burnley, who are believed to have “liked” the 21-year-old, according to French news outlet Foot Mercato. Diarra has not played club football since playing for the Terriers in February but is currently in his hometown of Paris representing Mali at the Olympics.

As a result, Leeds, along with the cohort of clubs interested in the midfielder, which includes Serie A and Ligue 1 sides, may have to wait until the end of this summer’s competition to reach a deal as Diarra aims to impress up front to do. a decision.

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Diarra’s contract expired last month, meaning he can be lifted without having to pay a transfer fee. But his limited minutes of just 719 in 23 games for the Terriers last season make him unlikely to be considered as a replacement for the recently departed Glen Kamara.

With a dearth of options in the center of the park following several departures throughout the summer window, the Malian could provide much-needed back-up to the likes of new signing Joe Rothwell to ensure United do not find themselves in a injury crisis that could hinder their promotion inclination. Diarra is a skilful and exciting player who can be deployed in a number of different positions, including central midfield and outfield.