The transfer window is now just over one week from opening as Leeds United prepare for what Paraag Marathe described as the most important summer in ‘decades’. An unusual schedule will see a mini-window open between June 1 and June 10 ahead of the Club World Cup, before the real thing gets going on June 16.
Reports have suggested Daniel Farke could have more than £100million to spend this summer and with the added exposure of being a Premier League team, rumours and speculation are inevitable. Leeds will strengthen across multiple positions and have already been linked with a huge number of players across the Premier League and Europe.
Not every rumour will be true, and of course Leeds won’t actively pursue every player they are believed to be interested in, but the links give an idea as to where Elland Road recruitment chiefs might be looking. And with that in mind, the YEP has rounded up the latest on every incoming and outgoing rumour so far.
25. Kalvin Phillips
The 29-year-old is reportedly 'desperate' to come back home, although high wages and a lack of regular football at already-relegated Ipswich Town present issues. Remains a Manchester City player at present, with no suggestion a move anywhere is close. | Getty Images
26. Habib Diarra
The YEP reported on interest in Diarra, with Leeds believed to have lodged a £22m bid. Elland Road chiefs didn't see it as a likely move from the off, however, and he has since joined Sunderland for a club-record £30m. Leeds aren't thought to have returned with a second offer. | FREDERICK FLORIN/AFP via Getty Images Photo: FREDERICK FLORIN/AFP via Getty Images
27. Gustavo Hamer
Fresh links to Hamer were inevitable following Sheffield United's play-off defeat and recent reports suggest the Dutchman could be available on loan with a £15-20m obligation to buy. Suggestions of a move to Leeds being virtually wrapped up, however, are believed to be wide of the mark at this current moment in time. | George Wood/Getty Images Photo: George Wood/Getty Images
28. Christantus Uche
The Athletic reported that Leeds had enquired about the 22-year-old midfielder, albeit no bid has been made. Wolves were close to securing a £17m move for the Getafe star but it collapsed at the final hurdle, with a move still possible before Monday night. | Alex Caparros/Getty Images Photo: Alex Caparros/Getty Images
29. James McAtee
Leeds linked with interest earlier this summer but a move never looked likely. Has since joined Nottingham Forest. | Gareth Copley/Getty Images Photo: Gareth Copley/Getty Images
30. Dilane Bakwa
Strasbourg's Bakwa is believed to have been assessed by Leeds, as per the Athletic, but is of interest elsewhere too. Forest have reportedly seen a bid rejected and remain interested, while there will be plenty of competition elsewhere. | VALERY HACHE/AFP via Getty Images Photo: VALERY HACHE/AFP via Getty Images