Leeds United have intensified their summer recruitment drive by entering the race to sign Super Eagles and Club Brugge midfield star, Raphael Onyedika. The Whites now join fellow Premier League sides West Ham United and Tottenham Hotspur in pursuit of the powerful 24-year-old.

Despite strong interest over the last two summers, Onyedika has remained with the Belgian giants. However, with talks ongoing regarding a potential departure, this summer may finally mark his exit from the Jupiler Pro League.

Leeds, who are desperate to solidify their place in the Premier League following their promotion, view the Nigerian international as a key piece to fortify their midfield. The club is keen to avoid the fate of the last three Championship promotion winners—all of whom were relegated at the end of their debut season back in the top-flight.

Manager Daniel Farke has already made significant strides in the market. The Whites have secured the signature of forward Lukas Nmecha from Wolfsburg, and a move for Udinese centre-back Jaka Bijol is expected to follow shortly. Additionally, the club has tabled a £22 million bid for Strasbourg captain Habib Diarra, though the French club appears to be holding out for higher offers.

Onyedika, reportedly valued around £25.6 million, fits the mold of the physical, combative midfielder both West Ham and Leeds are hunting for. According to transfer insider Graeme Bailey, West Ham see the Nigerian as a potential replacement for Tomas Soucek, while Leeds have added him to a growing list of midfield targets.

“He’s a very good player, and it wouldn’t surprise me [if a move happens],” Bailey noted. “He’s a threat. West Ham are looking at him… but Leeds have looked at him as well. They want that type of player—that physicality.”

While the Premier League is clearly a major draw, Onyedika’s suitors also include clubs in Spain and Turkey, leaving the midfielder with several options to weigh ahead of next season.

As the transfer window heats up, all eyes will be on Club Brugge and Onyedika’s final decision—a move to the English top-flight could be just the next big step in his blossoming career.