Less than a week remains in the transfer window and Leeds United still have some deals to get across the line. The club have been trying to secure a few transfers before the deadline.
Daniel Farke’s side are two games into the season, and have won both games.
They beat Nottingham Forest in the Premier League on Saturday, and beat Oliver Glasner’s side once again on Tuesday night in the League Cup.
This week revealed that Leeds have some obstacles if they want to add a few players before the transfer deadline. Per reports, the club are targeting up to four new additions.
A goalkeeper, defender, winger and striker remain on the radar.
A move for Eintracht Frankfurt keeper Michael Zetterer is still in the balance, with nothing having been agreed by either party.
Leeds United hopes of signing Premier League star in doubt
Chelsea bench. Credit: IMAGO
Leeds United have been pursuing Mykhailo Mudryk since last week.
The winger was one of the priority targets for the 49ers. They had a bid rejected by Chelsea, who then ended talks over a potential loan deal for the Ukraine international.
TEAMtalk transfer correspondent Graeme Bailey reveals that Leeds are facing problems with the deal.
“Chelsea want guaranteed minutes for Mudryk to help him kickstart his career. Leeds cannot guarantee that, and he would probably move there as a squad option only and likely have to wait for his chance.
“Chelsea’s ideal is to send Mudryk to [sister club] Strasbourg, where they can effectively guarantee him minutes. They can’t dictate that to Leeds, hence why they have so far rejected their proposal.
“That’s not to say it can’t happen, but as it stands, Chelsea would prefer him to go elsewhere.”
Ben Jacobs reported that a move could be revived, but as things stand, it is unlikely the 25-year old makes the switch to Elland Road.
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Signing an attacker should be a priority
The last two games against Nottingham Forest have shown that Leeds need more attacking quality in the first team.
Daniel Farke still needs players who can change games with goals and assists.
With how the club play, profiles that can be dynamic in attack and can affect games in transition will be very useful. Going into this season with the same attack as last year is a worry.
Harry Wilson is a great addition to the lineup, but it still feels like the team need more reinforcements.
