Leeds deny Utd approach for Kewell

Leeds have categorically denied any approach from Manchester United for another of their crown jewels in Harry Kewell.

Australia international Kewell has been linked with a cut-price move to Old Trafford this summer as Leeds look to slash their debts of more than €100m.

Leeds’ own website, www.leedsunited.com, insist that no club have made an approach for Kewell let alone agreed a deal.

With speculation rife about Ryan Giggs’ future with the Reds, Kewell could be seen as a potential successor to the Wales international on the left wing.

The 24-year-old, with 12 goals this season, was restored to his more natural position on the left on Saturday by caretaker-manager Peter Reid for the 6-1 romp against Charlton at The Valley.

Kewell, who had previously spent the majority of this season under former boss Terry Venables up front, still scored twice as Leeds hauled themselves six points clear of the Premiership relegation zone.

Kewell’s form this campaign is reported to have caught the eye of United manager Sir Alex Ferguson, who last summer managed to lure Rio Ferdinand away from Elland Road.

Ferdinand’s departure signalled an exodus from Leeds, with Robbie Keane, Lee Bowyer, Olivier Dacourt, Robbie Fowler and Jonathan Woodgate all then following suit.