Another Premier League club joins the race for Weinhandl
The Austrian U17 World Cup runner-up is inundated with inquiries. Now, another English top-flight club is said to have come knocking.
International interest in Luca Weinhandl from SK Sturm Graz continues unabated.
Recently, rumours circulated that Arsenal FC, Brighton & Hove Albion, and Aston Villa have the 17-year-old midfielder on their radar. Most recently, the English champions are said to have intensified their efforts, with a winter transfer fee of £20 million being discussed. This is according to a report from "M Sports".
No contact made yet
However, the intra-league competition in the race for the 17-year-old ÖFB talent appears to be growing even larger. As sports outlet "Ontheminute.com" reports, Newcastle United has also set its sights on Weinhandl. However, initial contact has not yet been made. The "Magpies" are also said to be hoping to secure a deal in the winter.
Nothing is known about Luca Weinhandl's exact contract duration with the Austrian runner-up. According to English media, SK Sturm Graz could be tempted by a sum starting from £20 million.