In what is coming as a big surprise for USMNT captain Tyler Adams, Chelsea has reportedly pulled out of their negotiations with Leeds United. Earlier in the transfer window, the Londoners had triggered Adam’s $25 million release clause.
While the player was set to undergo his medical at Stamford Bridge in the coming days, it seems like negotiations between the two clubs have broken down. Tyler Adams has been looking for a way out after Leeds United was relegated to the Championship. However, if reports are to be believed, this could be a big blow for the USMNT captain.
Chelsea trigger Tyler Adams’ release clause and then pull out of the deal
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Following a disappointing season at Leeds United last season, USMNT star Tyler Adams has expressed his desire to leave the club. Mauricio Pochettino has an interest in the player and wants him as a part of his project at Stamford Bridge. With Chelsea triggering the midfielders’ $25 million release clause, the player was set to undergo his medicals.
However, according to reports from Sky Sports, Chelsea has now pulled out of the deal. The negotiations between Chelsea and Leeds have reportedly broken down, with the London side no longer interested.
Sky Sports News understands talks have broken down over Tyler Adams’ proposed move from Leeds to Chelsea after the parties were unable to reach an agreement. Chelsea had triggered the £20m release clause. Adams now expected to return to Leeds. #CFC #LUFC
— Dharmesh Sheth (@skysports_sheth) August 11, 2023
Nevertheless, multiple Premier League sides have shown interest in roping in Tyler Adams following Leeds’ relegation. With the star reluctant to play away from the top-flight, Adams could be on his way out.
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UNMNT star looking for a way out of Leeds United
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Tyler Adams joined Leeds United from RB Leipzig in 2017 for a deal worth $24.25 million. While the player has been a crucial part of the team’s set-up, their horrendous campaign last season has left the player dejected.
Adams is now hoping to move away from Leeds in the ongoing transfer window. With the Chelsea move reportedly broken down, Adams will now have to look for different options.
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Premier League sides Aston Villa and Nottingham Forest could send in a bid for the player with Chelsea now out of the race. It will be interesting to see what lies in the future for the USMNT captain with the Chelsea deal now reportedly out of the equation.
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