The Leeds United defender has told the club he wants to leave

Leeds United had a fantastic season in the Championship but fell short, missing out on direct promotion as they finished 3rd.

In the play-offs they faced Southampton, who beat them to win promotion.

Several players are expected to leave the club this summer. Among them is Diego Llorente.

The Spanish centre-back spent the last 18 months of the season at AS Roma, however the deal did not include an option for another loan.

However, according to the Roma News report, the player has told Leeds he wants to leave and join the Italian club on a permanent deal.

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The report claims a deal worth £4.3m will seal the deal and a verbal agreement is in place.

Leeds United will accept Llorente’s request as the club must raise funds to comply with Financial Fair Play and Profit and Sustainability Rules by June 30.