Sheffield United set to table improved offer for Leicester defender Harry Souttar

The Telegraph’s John Percy reports that Sheffield United are advancing their pursuit of Leicester City defender Harry Souttar and are poised to submit an improved offer after seeing a second proposal turned down.

According to Percy, United’s latest bid, understood to be worth £8 million including add-ons, has been rejected by Leicester. An increased offer of around £10 million, again with add-ons, is described as imminent. Percy also reports that Souttar has told Leicester he wishes to leave and make the move to Bramall Lane.

The developments point to an active negotiation between the clubs, with Sheffield United preparing a third attempt to reach Leicester’s valuation. While the player’s stance may aid United’s efforts, there is no agreement in place at this stage and any deal would still require a fee to be settled between the clubs, and all other usual elements to fall into line.

For Leicester, the situation presents a decision on whether to hold firm or engage over the improved proposal once it arrives. For United, the planned offer suggests a willingness to push the deal forward after seeing earlier bids rebuffed.

The state of play

• Second bid rejected: £8m including add-ons, per Percy.
• New offer imminent: approximately £10m plus add-ons.
• Player position: Souttar has informed Leicester he wants to join Sheffield United.

As it stands, this remains a developing story, with the next step likely to be United lodging the increased bid referenced in Percy’s report.