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Blackburn Rovers have made a bid for Sam Greenwood, a former Leeds United, Preston North End, and Middlesbrough utility man. The bid is reported to be £650,000 with add-ons taking the fee to £1 million.
What happened to Sam Greenwood?
Sam Greenwood joined Arsenal's academy as a teenager before making the switch to Leeds United in 2020. He was prolific and often featured as a striker or attacking midfielder.
Although first-team opportunities at Elland Road were limited, he showed flashes of quality, particularly with his excellent set-piece delivery, long-range shooting, and inconsistent creativity in attacking areas.
Why is Sam Greenwood a target for Blackburn Rovers?
Greenwood has built a reputation as a technically gifted attacker with strong ball-striking ability and vision, though consistency and physicality have occasionally been areas for improvement.
As of 26 Jun 2026, Blackburn Rovers are 20th in the Championship, with 52 points from 46 games, and a recent form of LWDLD. The club is 43 points behind leaders Coventry.
| Category | Stat |
|---|---|
| League standing | 20th |
| Points | 52 |
| Recent form | LWDLD |
What comes next for Sam Greenwood and Blackburn Rovers?
The Polish outfit, Pogon Szczecin, has rejected the initial bid from Blackburn Rovers, but other Championship sides have enquired about Greenwood's price and availability this summer.
Blackburn Rovers could be one destination for the playmaker now, with Bristol City and Wrexham also said to be keen on Greenwood.
The club's summer plans are taking shape, with the transfer window open and several signings expected. As the new season approaches, Blackburn Rovers will be looking to improve on their current league standing and make a push for the top half of the table.
