Latest Leeds United transfer news, with Daniel Farke seeking for a boost to his summer budget via a late January move.
Leeds United are planning an early increase to their summer transfer budget in the hopes of completing some key acquisitions for their return to the Premier League. Daniel Farke’s side sits fourth in the Championship, two points behind the automatic promotion places, but just two slots are expected to be available with Leicester City leading the way.
Following their relegation to England’s second division, the Whites lost a number of key players, including Rodrigo, Tyler Adams, and Luis Sinisterra, the latter two joining Bournemouth. As a result, some strategic recruitment was completed, with Ethan Ampadu and Joel Piroe among the players that joined.
To sign Adams, the Cherries exercised the £20 million release clause in his Leeds contract, with Sinisterra entering on loan with a buy option. Sinisterra has been forced to play a bit-part role at Vitality Stadium this season, with only 415 minutes of Premier League action under his belt, but he has four goals and two assists in 19 appearances across all competitions.
Despite having one eye on promotion, Leeds are yet to confirm any new signings this month, but Connor Roberts is set to arrive on deadline day, and there have been countless departures. Lewis Bate, Luke Ayling, and Darko Gyabi have all left on loan, while Robin Koch has agreed to join Eintracht Frankfurt on a permanent basis.
With the majority of the work accomplished, no more incomings or outgoings are expected, however one may possibly be completed. Sinisterra’s loan at Bournemouth is anticipated to be made permanent, providing Leeds with finances ahead of the summer transfer season.
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