All the transfer headlines from Elland Road this evening.
Leeds United have little over a week left to complete any January transfer activity. The Whites have allowed players leave this month, but they have yet to add to their roster, and they will be aiming to do so before the February 1 deadline.
Of course, Daniel Farke and his players will be focused on Wednesday’s game against Norwich City, but behind the scenes, Farke will be working to ensure he has the tools he needs to help the Whites win in the second half of the season. Here are some of the transfer stories from this evening.
Benson Blow
According to Football Insider, Leeds United lost out to Southampton in the hunt to recruit Burnley‘s Manuel Benson this month. The Whites had been extensively linked with a deal for Benson, who has failed to find appearances in the Premier League under Vincent Kompany.
According to the report, Southampton are nearing a deal with the Clarets to loan the winger to St Mary’s Stadium for the remainder of the season. Southampton will expect to see Benson recreate the form he displayed at Turf Moor last season, when he scored 14 goals and assisted five times as Burnley won the Championship.
Leeds considers Phillips’ move
Leeds United is one of several Championship clubs monitoring Nat Phillips‘ position at Liverpool, according to the Daily Mail. Leeds were extensively linked with a move for Phillips during the summer transfer window, before the defender moved to Celtic, where he struggled for game time and was later recalled.
According to the report, Cardiff City and Blackburn Rovers are both interested in the defender, while Leeds are also interested in adding to their defensive ranks. United have also been connected with Liverpool’s Calvin Ramsay, and both players are poised to depart Anfield on loan again this month.
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