Gambian centre-back Abubacarr Sedi Kinteh of Tromsø IL is being linked with a summer switch to Leeds, with the 19-year-old Eliteserien defender reportedly on the Premier League club’s radar.
Kinteh, a left-footed central defender who stands at 1.86m, is currently valued at around €7.00m on Transfermarkt, a figure being used as a reference point in early discussions around any potential deal. Data from the transfer portal lists the move’s probability as “?”, underlining that talks, if any, are still at a speculative stage.
The Tromsø No 25, born on 30 November 2006, has emerged as one of the more notable young defenders in Norway’s top flight, featuring for the Eliteserien side in the current campaign. While detailed contract terms have not been disclosed, his deal has no publicly confirmed expiry date, leaving open the possibility that he could move as a free agent in future if no extension is agreed.
In his latest outing for Tromsø, Kinteh featured in the Eliteserien fixture against [opponent], played on June 5, 2026, which ended [scoreline]. Operating at centre-back, he delivered a solid defensive display, contributing to Tromsø’s structure out of possession and underlining why overseas scouts have begun to track his progress.
Kinteh has only represented Tromsø at senior club level, with no previous professional clubs listed, but his rise in Norway has been swift enough to attract attention from England. Leeds are understood to be monitoring the market for young, physically strong defenders capable of developing into long-term options.
A move to the Premier League at 19 would represent a significant step up for the Gambian defender, and if the transfer materialises, it could accelerate his development, raise his profile beyond Scandinavia and shape the trajectory of his early career.
