Garry Monk has made Kyle Bartley his top transfer target at Leeds
Bartley, 25, impressed during his season-long loan spell at Leeds from Premier League side Swansea.
He was crucial in pushing the Whites towards a Championship play-off spot, but they just missed out and ended up finishing seventh.
However, Monk wants Leeds to sign him on a permanent basis this summer as he looks set for talks with Andrea Radrizzani over his future as manager.
Monk, who worked with Bartley during his time at Swansea, views Bartley as a priority signing.
Kyle Bartley has been tremendous this season
Leeds boss Garry Monk
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And when asked if he wanted to re-sign the 25-year-old, Monk said: “Of course. Kyle’s been tremendous this season.
“Obviously I’ve got experience with Kyle and I know him very well, but he’d be the first to tell you that this has been by far his best season and by far his best progression as a footballer – the best football he’s ever played.”
Bartley made 45 appearances for Leeds in the Championship and scored six goals.