Leeds United is making moves to strengthen their squad for their return to the Premier League. They have reached out to Dominic Calvert-Lewin's representatives to see if the Everton striker would be interested in joining them this summer. Calvert-Lewin, who has 85 career goals to his name, is a free agent after his contract with Everton expired.

Leeds has a lot of work ahead to ensure they don't suffer the same fate as the last six teams promoted to the Premier League, all of whom were immediately relegated. To avoid this, they have identified five key positions to strengthen: goalkeeper, center-half, left-back, attacking midfield, and striker. They have already secured one of their top targets, Jaka Bijol, a powerful defender from Udinese, for a reported £15 million.

However, the search for a new striker has been less clear. Now, it seems Leeds is interested in Calvert-Lewin, who has Premier League experience but has also had a history of injuries. Leeds is looking to sign players with proven Premier League experience, and Calvert-Lewin fits that bill. But they will have to compete with other clubs, including West Ham, who are reportedly offering him big wages to move to London.

Leeds might also look to free up some transfer funds by selling Pascal Struijk, a long-serving defender whose place in the team has been threatened by the arrival of Bijol. Struijk has been injured for two seasons in a row, and while he would provide useful cover, Leeds might need to let him go to help with their financial plans.

Competition for Calvert-Lewin is likely to be tough. Everton still hopes to keep him, and other clubs are interested. Meanwhile, Leeds is also looking at other targets, including Lille's Gabriel Gudmundsson and Burnley's James Trafford. They are also confident of tying down Dan James to a new deal.

Leeds United Eyes Proven Striker Calvert-Lewin

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