Phillips has been a recent target for Manchester United, as they look to find a cheaper alternative to Declan Rice.

However, with Phillips being a boyhood Leeds fan, it seems he won’t be joining the Manchester club, due to the rivalry between the two sides

Leeds United are reportedly hopeful in keeping hold of Kalvin Phillips for another year, despite an update that could play into the hands of Manchester United.

There has been a lot of speculation over the future of Phillips recently. The Leeds star was clearly one of their most important assets during their ninth-placed finish last season.

What’s more, his qualities shown upon Leeds‘ return to the Premier League helped him make his way into the England team. The Yorkshireman has played 19 times for the Three Lions so far.

While a move between Leeds and Man Utd seems unlikely, it has been done before. In recent times, Daniel James made the switch from Old Trafford to Elland Road. And a fresh update could play into United’s hands.

Manchester Evening News reports that Phillips is about to switch agents. The report states that the 26-year-old is doing so with the thought of securing a transfer to a big club.

With Leeds down near the foot of the table, he could still be on the hunt for a transfer in the summer window.