Kevin Phillips believes this is the “natural” next step for a Leeds-linked Rangers title winner to move to the Premier League.
Forest ranger they are fresh out of Celtic’s nine-year dominance in the Scottish Premiership.
Steven Gerrard’s team marched to the top of Scottish football, but with that comes the most attention from those south of the border.
One player in particular who has been frequently linked to a move to English teams is Ryan Kent.
The former Liverpool winger has taken his game to the next level with Steven Gerrard. 11 goals and 13 assists have been scored in all competitions to accompany several impressive displays in Europe.
Leeds they were once strongly linked to the 24-year-old. The club boss, Victor Orta, even detailed his failed attempts to sign him last summer in October.
However, with Leeds returning to the top flight with resounding success and the Rangers’ primary goal achieved, Philips believes the time is right for the Yorkshire team to rekindle their interest.
Speaking exclusively to Football Insider, Phillips said: “I think there will be some teams sniffing out some of the Rangers players.
“It is just natural. How many times have we seen it over the years? If you go there and do it right, your next step is the Premier League.
“Ryan Kent, Leeds has obviously been linked with him and made moves for him before. He is now a Scottish champion so why wouldn’t Leeds look at him again?
“He is certainly a player that many Premier League teams will be looking at. Stevie G’s great job is to convince him to stay and go again.
Rangers are understandably reluctant to sell, but the riches of a Premier League offer could be hard to ignore. Also, Leeds may soon face a problem regarding wing depth.
Leeds trio’s futures unknown
Current stars Raphinha, Jack Harrison and Helder Costa currently occupy the club’s depth chart as a winger. Young Ian Poveda provides more depth, although he has rarely been called up to participate this season.
The aforementioned trio are facing uncertain futures, potentially increasing the need for a summer dip.
Raphinha, 24, has been a revelation, but her The impressive starts have drawn a lot of interest from Liverpool, Man Utd and Bayern Munich..
Harrison has adapted well to life in the top flight, but remains on loan from Man City.
A recent report detailed the amount the club will look for when it finally looks to collect this summer. However, whether Leeds is willing to pay is another matter.
Costa, meanwhile, could be fired with Bielsa allegedly ‘disappointed’ with his exhibits.
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