Former West Ham United midfielder Cheikhou Kouyate’s move to Leeds United fell through due to concerns over his financial demands, journalist James Marshment has revealed.
The former Nottingham Forest man has been without a club since leaving the City Ground in June. Last week, he came close to joining the Whites, but the potential move collapsed under unfortunate circumstances for Daniel Farke’s side.
Enduring an injury crisis, Leeds are missing several key first-team players, including Ethan Ampadu and Ilia Gruev, and are now targeting a free transfer to bolster their options in midfield.
The Whites have reportedly considered several options already, including former Arsenal ace Francis Coquelin and Joshua Guilavogui, who is also without a club since leaving Mainz at the end of last season.
Kouyate was also reportedly in the mix, but Marshment has now revealed the reason behind his failed move to Elland Road, suggesting his salary demands played a part:
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