The midfielder, currently struggling on loan at West Ham, is aware that Leeds may be promoted in the off-season.
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However, The Mirror states that his 150,000-a-week wages are a huge stumbling block.
He would either have to drastically reduce his demands or ask City to pay part of his wages.
The 28-year-old would have to fit into the Leeds wage structure, which would mean reducing his salary by up to 2/3rds.