Source: Northern_Echo
Beckford wants out of Leeds
NEWCASTLE'S top striking target Jermaine Beckford has handed in a transfer request, Leeds United have confirmed.[LNB] The 26-year-old, whose contract expires in the summer, has been strongly linked with a move to St James' Park, with the Magpies having a £1.25m bid rejected last week.[LNB] Leeds revealed Beckford informed them of his desire to leave last month.[LNB] They have also reiterated that their star forward will not be allowed to leave on the cheap.[LNB] A statement on the club's website read: 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]
