Leeds United have two weeks left to conclude any January transfer business and set their squad up for the second-half of the season. Daniel Farke’s side have given themselves a great chance to survive over the winter period but no one will be complacent, with lots more still to do between now and May.
The Whites welcomed their first January signing through the door this week, with Facundo Buonanotte joining on a six-month loan from Brighton and Hove Albion. The Argentinian snubbed a move to Elland Road for Chelsea in the summer but the YEP understands that after playing just 45 Premier League minutes, he pushed for a move to West Yorkshire.
Not long after that deal was confirmed, the YEP reported on interest in another Premier League star while Elland Road chiefs have also been working hard to offload anyone not in Farke’s immediate plans. It's set to be a busy couple of weeks and below is the latest on every Leeds transfer story so far this January.
1. Illan Meslier
Reports of January interest have been fleeting and when asked directly about his third-choice goalkeeper this month, Farke insisted he had no plans to lose anyone in his squad. The German did add that could change if a player expresses a desire to leave, although there is no suggestion that has come. | Getty Images
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2. Jayden Bogle
Speculation surrounding the right-back's future was quickly put to bed by Daniel Farke. The Leeds boss insisted no such exit would be sanctioned for one of his most important players this month. | Getty Images
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3. Charlie Crew
Crew's season-long loan at League One Doncaster Rovers has been cut short, with the midfielder returning to Leeds earlier this month. It remains to be seen if another temporary switch is to be lined up. | Getty Images
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4. Jack Harrison
Joined Fiorentina on loan last week and the Serie A side have an option to make the move permanent for around £6m. Farke admitted his exit could open up an opportunity to recruit left wing-back cover, if an option arises. | Getty Images
5. Joel Piroe
The YEP reported earlier this month on known interest from Championship and foreign sides, albeit neither side is pushing for a move. The YEP also understands links to Celtic are wide of the mark, with a loan move of next-to-no benefit to Leeds' PSR position. | Getty Images
6. Joe Gelhardt
The young forward is halfway through a season-long loan at Hull and impressing, with 10 goals in 19 games. Tigers chairman Acun Ilicali recently admitted he is keen to sign the 'special boy' permanently in the summer, adding he doesn't expect Leeds to trigger any kind of January recall. | Getty Images