January is just around the corner and many expect Leeds United to be active in the window.
Most of this carries on from fans’ disappointment during the last transfer window. Leeds failed to sign a new striker, keeping Dominic Calvert-Lewin and Lukas Nmecha as the only options this campaign.
Joel Piroe, who was an option in cup games last year, was loaned out to West Ham. Harry Gray was also loaned out to Sheffield Wednesday.
This has left the team short of a focal point in some games, leading to calls for reinforcements.
Leeds star set for surprise January exit
Mateo Joseph. Credit: Imago
Earlier this year, the Whites wanted to sign a striker but failed to land Jorgen Strand Larsen. They also signed Facundo Buonanotte on loan after losing Jack Harrison in the same window.
The club could lose a player when January comes around, with reports that Mateo Joseph is a serious target for one Spanish club.
According to Futbol desde Mallorca, Mallorca are considering a January move for the Leeds star.
Joseph is recovering after an ACL injury he suffered earlier this year. The La Liga Segunda side are said to be monitoring the player’s recovery process, with reports that he could be back on the pitch in February.
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The Situation is complicated
Per the report, Mallorca would prefer a loan deal as they believe the forward would be available for most of the second half of the season.
Mateo Joseph scored two goals and had four assists on loan last season.
Everything is set to depend on if the player will be ready to play in February.
Another factor is that Leeds are said to want an obligation to buy in any potential loan, which could deter Mallorca from a deal.
