Nikola Krstovic`s future appears to be decided. The Montenegrin forward is reportedly on the verge of leaving Lecce after completing two seasons, during which he made 79 appearances and scored 19 goals. According to the Corriere dello Sport, the Salento-based club has reached a provisional agreement with Leeds United for a transfer fee estimated at around 23 million euros.
However, the final say rests with the player himself. Krstovic is said to still harbor some doubts about a potential move to England, reportedly expressing a preference to remain in Italy. Despite this, information from across the Channel suggests Leeds is strongly motivated to secure his signature and is potentially prepared to enhance their offer, both financially and in terms of outlining a compelling project, to persuade him to make a decision swiftly.
In the meantime, back at Lecce, Sporting Director Pantaleo Corvino is already taking proactive steps to prepare for a possible departure. Topping the list of potential replacements is Kevin Carlos, a striker born in 2000 who currently plays for Basel. His name isn`t new to those following Italian football; he was previously linked with Cagliari last year and has now reappeared on Lecce`s radar.
With the negotiations between Krstovic and Leeds nearing a conclusion, Kevin Carlos`s profile seems to perfectly fit Lecce`s criteria: young, physically robust, and possessing significant potential for development. He represents the characteristic type of signing made by Corvino, intended to effectively replace an outgoing attacker and ensure continuity in the club`s technical strategy.
