Leeds United spent big in the summer transfer window, bringing in 10 new players to Elland Road. Some fans were concerned about the lack of investment in attack.
A majority of the additions were to the defence and midfield. Leeds have had a decent start to the season so far; they have performed better than most expected them to. The Whites sit in 15th place at this point of the season with eight points from seven games.
Daniel Farke’s team have shown a lot of positives despite having just eight points. Especially after the Fulham game, where they got good results against Wolves and Bournemouth. Leeds could have entered this international break with a result against Spurs but a late second half goal handed Thomas Frank’s side the win.
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Wilfried Gnonto linked with Saudi move
Wilfried Gnonto Credit: Imago
MOT Leeds News are reporting that Saudi Pro League clubs Neom and Al-Ittihad are preparing a move for Wilfried Gnonto. The Italian has been a solid option for the Whites since he joined them in the Premier League a few years ago. The report adds that the two clubs have held interest in Gnonto for the last few months.
The winger has three years left on his current deal and the Saudi clubs would have to pay a premium to get him away from Elland Road.
Gnonto has been available for just four games this season due to injury, but has started three of them.
Leeds United could do with PSR boost
Considering his options this season, a move to Saudi Arabia could benefit all parties involved. Gnonto is not the first choice options at Leeds United this season, falling behind new signing Noah Okafor and recently Brenden Aaronson in the pecking order.
The Whites could gain a massive PSR boost by selling the Italian in January. Especially as the club’s managing director pointed out that Leeds will try to avoid the winter window after maxing out PSR room in the summer. Finance expert Dan Plumley recently assessed the club’s chances of spending in January, saying:
“I think there is a fair comment that they have invested significantly in the summer and therefore, it’s unlikely they will spend big in January.”
