SC Freiburg push for Italian-Ivorian winger Wilfried Gnonto

 SC Freiburg are intensifying their efforts to sign Italian winger Wilfried Gnonto, with negotiations reportedly ongoing ahead of the summer transfer window.

According to Sky, the Bundesliga club are actively pushing to secure the 22-year-old, who is currently contracted to Leeds United FC.

Gnonto, who has established himself as one of Leeds’ most important attacking players in the Championship, is said to be open to a move that would return him to a top European league.

Talks underway with Leeds and player representatives

SC Freiburg are already in discussions with both Leeds United and the player’s representatives as they explore possible deal structures.

Reports suggest that Leeds have indicated a willingness to sell, with both a permanent transfer and a loan deal including an obligation to buy currently being considered.

Although negotiations remain complex, Freiburg are described as persistent, with talks ongoing for several weeks as they look to strengthen their attacking options.

Gnonto seen as key attacking upgrade

Wilfried Gnonto is widely regarded for his explosive pace, quick dribbling and ability to operate in wide attacking roles, qualities that would add a new dimension to Freiburg’s forward line.

Despite being a regular starter at Leeds United FC in recent seasons, the Italian international is believed to be interested in a move that would give him a platform in one of Europe’s top five leagues.

Freiburg aiming to make transfer statement

If the deal is completed, it would represent a significant statement of intent from SC Freiburg, who continue to build a competitive squad capable of challenging in the Bundesliga.

The club’s pursuit of Gnonto highlights their ambition to add pace, creativity and international quality to their attack as they prepare for the upcoming season.

With negotiations still ongoing, all sides remain engaged, but Freiburg are expected to continue pushing strongly in the coming weeks to try to secure one of their key summer targets.