Leeds lining up move for Rogic

Championship club Leeds United are reportedly looking to move for Celtic playmaker Tom Rogic this month as the Whites aim to add a natural number ten to their squad.

The 23-year-old has performed well in Ronny Deila’s starting line-up this season, attracting interest from Steve Evans’ Leeds.

Rogic’s tenure at Celtic Park started off poorly as he struggled to break into the first-team and went out on loan to several clubs where he also struggled.

Injuries also played their part in the Australian international’s form until this season, and under Deila he has excelled in the number 10 role.

The attacking midfielder has bagged six goals and four assists so far this season for the Scottish champions and it is understandable as to why interest from Leeds is as potent as ever as they look to pursue their long-term target.

It is reported that the fee Leeds are willing to cough up is around £1 million; over double the price at which Celtic tied up a deal with Melbourne Victory for the youngster.

Given his current form in the Hoops jersey he could be worth more but his current contract runs out at the end of next season, and if Celtic don’t secure a new deal or cash in, he could walk a free man in the summer of 2017.