Exclusive: Leeds and Sunderland set sights on signing 24-yr-old this summer

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(Credit: Imago) Exclusive: Leeds and Sunderland in new race to sign Santiago Gimenez, twist revealed Tue 3 March 2026 12:47, UK Leeds United and Sunderland are both likely to reignite their pursuits for AC Milan striker Santiago Gimenez this summer, sources have told Football Insider. The Premier League duo were both linked with a move for the 24-year-old in the January window, and it is understood that they will return to their chase of the Mexican if he can prove his fitness between now and the end of the season.

Gimenez has been out of action for Milan since October after suffering an ankle injury, but is now nearing the final stages of his recovery. VISIT THE LEEDS TRANSFER HUB MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES Santiago Gimenez’s goalscoring record to excite LeedsGimenez is seemingly nearing the end of his recovery process, and he could soon be about to make his first appearance for Milan since 28 October.

Gimenez has endured plenty of difficulties since he completed his switch to Serie A in January 2024, but his goalscoring record from his time in the Dutch Eredivisie is sure to excite Leeds and Sunderland. Liverpool have earmarked the Slovenian as a target who could provide depth to their backline, and they are hoping that they can tempt him away just one year after his £15million move to Elland Road.