Source: Team_Talk
Beckford hands in transfer request
The 26-year-old, whose contract expires in the summer, has been strongly linked with a move away from Elland Road, with Championship leaders Newcastle leading the chase for his signature.[LNB]And Leeds have now revealed Beckford informed them of his desire to leave last month, although they insist their star forward will not be allowed to leave on the cheap.[LNB]A statement on the club's website read: "Leeds United can confirm that Jermaine Beckford has handed in a transfer request.[LNB]"The transfer request was handed in on December 30.[LNB]"By handing in a transfer request it clearly indicates that the player wants to leave Leeds United.[LNB]"However, that will only be allowed to happen in the event that it is decided to be in the best interests of Leeds United.[LNB]"The best interests of Leeds United involve receiving both an acceptable transfer fee and securing a suitable replacement to ensure his departure does not have an adverse effect on the club's overall aim of securing promotion back to the Coca-Cola Championship."[LNB]Beckford scored his 20th goal of the season in last weekend's shock 1-0 FA Cup victory over Manchester United.[LNB][LNB] Bonkers Bet. Click here to bet.
