Leeds United may need to wait to find out what division they will play in next season, but they have already started transfer activity at Elland Road ahead of the summer.
Leeds facing a nervous end to the season ahead of summer window
Despite originally finding themselves in a position of strength, Leeds have won just one of their last five matches and were knocked off top spot by Sheffield United following a frustrating draw with Swansea City on Saturday afternoon.
Zan Vipotnik’s injury-time equaliser means only goal difference separates the Whites and Burnley, who will take encouragement from Daniel Farke’s recent inability to close out matches heading into their last seven matches of the campaign.
Understandably, losing form at a key point in the season could gravely impact the summer transfer business. However, Leeds and the 49ers seem to be moving forward on that front regardless of their pattern of results.
According to reports, the Yorkshire giants have set their sights on Nottingham Forest defender Andrew Omobamidele. On loan at Strasbourg, the Republic of Ireland international could be available for under £10 million if the Ligue 1 side opt not to trigger the option to buy inserted in his loan agreement.
Kalvin Phillips could be set for an emotional Leeds return in the upcoming window. Meanwhile, Borussia Monchengladbach star Nico Elvedi is a target that may arrive on the premise that his reported suitors gain promotion from the EFL Championship.
Leeds United’s decisive EFL Championship run-in
Luton Town (A)
Kenilworth Road
Middlesbrough (A)
Riverside Stadium
Preston North End (H)
Elland Road
Oxford United (A)
Kassam Stadium
Stoke City (H)
Elland Road
Bristol City (H)
Elland Road
Plymouth Argyle (A)
Home Park
Now, the Whites have turned their attention to a star that could be one for the future at Thorp Arch by taking the first step towards a potential deal.
Leeds make first move to sign Tottenham youngster Calum Logan
According to LUFC Youth, Leeds United have taken Tottenham youngster Calum Logan on trial, and now it is a waiting game to see whether he will become a permanent fixture at Thorp Arch.
Signing his first professional contract with Spurs last year, the 18-year-old left-back has registered a solitary assist in 14 appearances combined across Under-18 Premier League and Premier League 2 action this term.
The Cambridge-born man would likely be one for the future if he were to commit to a long-term stay in Yorkshire, providing a youthful alternative to Junior Firpo and Sam Byram among others on the left-hand side of Farke’s backline.
Strategically, Leeds appear to be pushing on despite the uncertain nature of their prospects for next season. Ultimately, the transfer market doesn’t slow down to accommodate for unsettled business, so it makes sense to assess all avenues regarding potential arrivals.