Burnley 
Leeds United 
- 11 October
- 100+ views
Leeds make new move to sign Manuel Benson - O'Rourke
Leeds United are set to reignite their interest in Burnley's Manuel Benson, which is a deal that the Whites previously attempted to get done.
Will Benson Manuel leave Burnley and join Leeds United?
Rumour report
(Latest update: )Momentum is building for Benson Manuel 's transfer to Leeds United, as reports suggest a 78% probability of the deal moving forward. Here is why.
- Leeds United has a great talent in the current squad who plays in the same position as Benson Manuel .
- Leeds United has often bought players who are approximately the same age as the current age of Benson Manuel (28).
- Leeds United has often bought players whose potential (FT Skill) is comparable to the potential of Benson Manuel .
Transfer Logic score:
Pros
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Comparable age to previously attracted players
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Comparable potential to previously attracted players
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Few direct competitors for position (Wilfried Gnonto, Daniel James)
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Comparable value to previously attracted players
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Comparable quality to previously attracted players
Cons
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Potential star player in position on team (Wilfried Gnonto, Daniel James)
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Key player as direct competitor (Wilfried Gnonto, Daniel James)
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Many competitors with higher Potential (Wilfried Gnonto, Jayden Bogle)
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Some better competitors for position (Stuart Dallas, Jayden Bogle)
Alternatives of Leeds United
| Skill / pot | Player | Team |
ETV The Estimated Transfer Value (ETV) is calculated by the Player Valuation Model, that calculates the accurate transfer fee for a given player. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skill / pot | Player / Team / Position |
ETV The Estimated Transfer Value (ETV) is calculated by the Player Valuation Model, that calculates the accurate transfer fee for a given player. |
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56.3
57.1
|
Almoez Ali |
 Al Duhail
|
€2M |
|
56.3
58.0
|
Arbnor Muja |
 Sint-Truiden
|
€2M |
|
56.2
60.1
|
Francisco González |
 O'Higgins
|
€1.4M |
|
56.2
56.2
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Didier Lamkel Zé | Qingdao Hainiu | €0.3M |
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56.2
58.5
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Kristoffer Velde |
 Portland
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€2.6M |
|
56.2
64.2
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Antonio Fiori |
 Mantova
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€1.6M |
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56.2
57.7
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Hicham Mahou |
 Lugano
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€0.5M |
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56.1
56.7
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Adnan Januzaj |
 Sevilla
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€0.6M |
Other interesting rumours
| Player | From / To | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gustavo Prado | 01-10-2025 | Report | |
| Igor Paixão | 25-07-2025 | Report | |
| Lucas Perri | 25-07-2025 | Report | |
| Anton Stach | 17-07-2025 | Report | |
| Sean Longstaff | 16-07-2025 | Report | |
| Rodrigo Muniz | 20-06-2025 | Report | |
| Jaka Bijol | 13-06-2025 | Report | |
| Konstantinos Tsimikas | 11-06-2025 | Report |
Benson Manuel
M (R)
Skill: 54.2
Pot: 54.2
Team
Swansea
Swansea
Contracted Until
30 Jun 27
ETV
€2.2M
The Estimated Transfer Value (ETV) is calculated by the Player Valuation Model, that calculates the accurate transfer fee for a given player.
ETV Range
€1.7M – €2.6M
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Who is Benson Manuel ?
Benson Manuel (BEL) is a a classic winger and currently plays for Swansea. Benson Manuel is 28 years old (1997/03/28) and he is 166cm tall. His preferred foot is Left. His jersey number is 17. Benson Manuel has also been used as an inside forward.
Benson Manuel 's current transfer value is between €1.7M and €2.6M. His last transfer was from Burnley to Swansea in 2025. Swansea loaned Benson Manuel for free from Burnley.
Benson Manuel latest transfers and transfer rumours, season statistics and career statistics are available on FootballTransfers.
