Kalvin Phillips faces a challenging decision this summer as he looks to secure a move away from Manchester City and potentially back to Leeds United.
Despite his struggles at City and a lackluster loan spell at West Ham, Phillips is still valued in the transfer market, with City reportedly willing to sell him for around £25 million.
Leeds, among other clubs, could be interested in bringing him back if they secure promotion to the Premier League.
However, a major hurdle could be Phillips’ hefty wages, with the midfielder currently earning £150,000-a-week at City, significantly more than Leeds’ top earner, Patrick Bamford.
Leeds are reluctant to break their wage structure for Phillips, which could complicate any potential deal.
Phillips may need to consider taking a substantial pay cut if he wants to return to Elland Road and end his Manchester City nightmare.
The situation is further complicated by interest from other clubs, such as Newcastle, adding to the uncertainty surrounding Phillips’ future.