Journalist Alan Nixon reports that Blackburn Rovers have sent Leeds United a loan request for striker Joe Gelhardt.
After spending a season on loan at Sunderland the previous year, Gelhardt was expecting to be a major part of Leeds‘ push to return to the Premier League this year.
However, manager Daniel Farke favours other offensive alternatives, and considering the variety of forward options available to the German, Gelhardt‘s chances have been restricted and seem set to stay that way.
There is interest, and Leeds and Gelhardt are both happy for a loan to occur during the transfer window, which begins in less than a week.
Gelhardt was coveted by Blackburn last season, and they have approached him about signing a loan.
The Ewood Park team hopes to win the race for the hitman’s services because they believe he would give their attacking options more bite.
When deciding whether to move away from Elland Road in January, Leeds and Gelhardt will probably consider the amount of playing time that is available.
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