Big-name European duo credited with interest in Sheffield United-linked defender
Dundee defender Luke Graham, who has been regularly linked with Sheffield United in the last few months, is now being linked with two big-name European outfits.
Valencia and Red Bull Salzburg have become the latest clubs to have reportedly expressed interest in signing Sheffield United-linked defender Luke Graham.
The Dundee defender has been linked with a move to Bramall Lane at various points this year ahead of the summer transfer window opening in less than a fortnight’s time. The window will open in England on June 15 and the Blades are expected to be actively looking for players to strengthen their squad across the board.
Manager Chris Wilder has made no secret of his desire to change the landscape of his squad after an underwhelming 13th-placed finish in the Championship this term. They ended up finishing 13 points shy of the final play-off spot.
Although Wilder, primarily, is expected to try and target experienced players, ideally ones who are well-versed in the Championship, this summer, United are always on the hunt for talented youngsters.
Graham, 22, was one of the best defenders in Scotland this season, earning rave reviews throughout the campaign after producing a string of eye-catching performances in Dundee colours. Making 40 appearances across all competitions, he was nominated for the PFA Scotland Young Player of the Year award.
United, who will require reinforcements at centre-back this summer, were first linked with Graham back in January alongside Championship rivals Portsmouth and QPR. Portsmouth are one of the clubs who have been linked with the defender most consistently over the last few months.
However, according to reports elsewhere, as cited by The Courier, European duo Valencia and Red Bull Salzburg are now ‘keeping tabs’ on Graham, highlighting how highly he is rated.
Dundee have already accepted the likelihood of losing the defender this summer, with boss Steven Pressley, back in April, admitting the “hardest part” this summer will be trying to keep the former Falkirk loanee.
Meanwhile, a recent report by The News claimed the Championship is an appealing destination for Graham this summer, meaning a move to England’s second tier could be what comes to fruition for the defender this summer.