Leeds United have reached the 40-point mark in the Premier League and, while they’re not mathematically safe just yet, it would take a dramatic collapse for them to go down now.
With survival all but secured, attention is already beginning to turn toward the summer, as the club prepares to be more active in the transfer market.
Strengthening midfield is a priority, and Leeds have identified a few key targets, including Hayden Hackney of Middlesbrough and Joao Gomes from Wolves. They are also looking at several attacking options ahead of the summer.
However, Leeds also need clarity over the futures of certain individuals ahead of the next window, and Largie Ramazani is one such player whose future at Elland Road is under the scanner.
Largie Ramazani opens up about his plans for the summer
Leeds decided to loan out Largie Ramazani to Valencia last summer, and after a slow start to life back in Spain, he has emerged as one of the stars for Los Che in the last few months.
The Belgian has scored six times in La Liga since January, and Valencia are now interested in securing him on a permanent deal in the summer
However, they do not have an option to buy in the loan agreement and will have to negotiate a fresh deal with Leeds if they want Ramazani back at the Mestalla.
The winger has remained coy on his future beyond the end of the season. However, he has not ruled out a permanent exit from Elland Road in the summer.
Ramazani was quoted as saying by El Desmarque: “We’ll do the analysis at the end of the season, and I’m going to continue as I have been.
“I’m ambitious, and I’m going to work until the end of the season.”
A summer departure is likely
Daniel Farke made it clear that Ramazani was the one pushing for a return to Spain last summer, though it was also apparent the manager wasn’t overly keen on keeping him.
Leeds United allowed him to leave on loan without a buy option, keeping control over his future with a view to potentially cashing in later.
However, Ramazani’s recent form is beginning to give the club something to think about ahead of the summer window.
Farke now has a bit of a dilemma. As things stand, it’s not easy to see where Ramazani naturally fits, especially with the current 5-3-2 system in place.
Leeds are also expected to move on a few wide players after limited minutes this season, which only adds to the uncertainty around where Ramazani stands in their long-term plans.
