Burnley target Chris Wood has ruled himself out of Leeds’ clash with Sunderland

Wood is eager to complete a transfer to Turf Moor to fulfil his dream of playing in the Premier League.

It is understood that the 25-year-old New Zealand striker is set to undergo a medical with the Clarets tomorrow.

And Wood’s switch is then expected to be confirmed early next week.

Leeds are set to take on Sunderland at the Stadium of Light this evening but Wood insists he is not in the right frame of mind to play.

He posted on social media: "Due to strong interest from a Premier League team, the ongoing discussions with the club, and given it has always been my ambition to play at the highest level, I don’t feel it is right that I play today.

"I wish the team all the best and hope the lads can pick up the three points."

Leeds signed Wood from Leicester in the summer of 2015 for around £3m.

They could get that back by up to 500 per cent with Burnley's third bid worth north of £15m.

Wood, who scored 30 goals last season, has been with Leeds at their hotel in Sunderland since last night.