Leeds Dealt Blow in Bid to Land Argentine Starlet Thiago Almada

Leeds United have been dealt a blow in their bid to sign Thiago Almada, after his Vélez Sarsfield teammate Fernando Gago insisted he was staying in Argentina for another season. Dubbed the 'new Lionel Messi' due to his flair, balance and 1.67m frame, Almada is considered one of the most exciting young players in world football. Almada is a hugely exciting prospect The 19-year-old has been linked with a move to Leeds after talking up the Whites manager - and fellow Argentinian - Marcelo Bielsa.... Via All the latest breaking football news, transfer rumours, analysis, and match reports - 90min http://www.90min.com/