Leeds United manager Daniel Farke reveals transfer latest after triple development as striker eyed

Leeds United boss Daniel Farke sits down with the media this afternoon ahead of the Whites' Championship fixture against Cardiff City on Saturday.

The Bluebirds visit Elland Road this weekend, ahead of which Farke is speaking to the assembled Leeds media.

With only a matter of days before the January transfer window shuts, Leeds are one of only a handful of teams yet to conduct incoming business, although the Whites do remain top of the table. United's position has rendered signings not absolutely necessary this month given the 60-point haul Leeds have managed with their existing group during the opening two-thirds of the campaign.

That said, Farke will be quizzed on Leeds' transfer latest from 2:15pm this afternoon. The German admitted after Monday night's 0-0 draw with Burnley that he would be able to provide greater insight into Leeds' possible incomings during today's presser.

The YEP understands that while Southampton forward Cameron Archer is not available to them currently, the 23-year-old is of interest and has been for some time. The club are expected to continue to monitor his situation up until the window's end. Elsewhere, reports of Matt Targett joining Leeds in a permanent switch from Newcastle United have left Elland Road sources baffled with the 29-year-old defender not expected to sign for the club, despite conflicting reports.

Farke could also shed more light on the attempts to lure Emi Buendia from Aston Villa this month, which ultimately were in vain after the Argentine playmaker sealed a switch to Bundesliga champions Bayer Leverkusen.

Updates to follow throughout the day here.

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