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Gossip: Leeds make second bid for Saints midfielder Charles

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    3 July 2026

Leeds United have made an improved offer of £23m plus add-ons for Southampton midfielder Shea Charles, 22, after having their initial offer rejected for the Northern Ireland international. (Mail), external

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