Who Aston Villa would rather Louie Barry joins out of Leeds United and Celtic

Louie Barry has been in the headlines for Leeds United during this transfer window but the Whites face serious competition for his signature.

In recent time Leeds’ interest in Barry has died down slightly, with the Whites being told they don’t need Louie Barry.

The latest on the striker lies with Unai Emery as Aston Villa are deciding on Barry’s future.

Leeds are one of many interested in Barry as the 21-year-old is in high demand this January but a big statement has been made by a Champions League side.

Celtic are set to offer Villa a rather tempting bid for the youngster.

Celtic set to offer seven-figure bid for Leeds United target Louie Barry

With Leeds unlikely to go for Barry this window as Farke’s issue of a quiet window continues to loom large, it seems as though they’ll be sticking with their forward options.

This could change, however, with Leeds still interested in Emmanuel Latte Lath but Barry’s pursuit seems to be fizzling out.

Adding more onto this reason is Celtic’s claim on the striker, as according to the Daily Record, the Scottish giants are set to test Villa’s resolve with a seven-figure bid for Barry.

Villa have said they would prefer Barry to sign a deal after they offered him a new contract which would then put him on loan to a Championship side giving Leeds a chance.

However, if Celtic’s offer is tempting and Barry accepts, Leeds’ efforts will come to no avail.

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Leeds would turn into a different beast with someone of Barry’s qualities, as although the youngster hasn’t experienced the Championship his experience speaks volumes.